North Scott High School is a suburban public four-year comprehensive high school located in Eldridge, Iowa. The school is part of the North Scott Community School District, and has an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,048 students in grades 9-12, North Scott High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Scott High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Scott High School's student population of 1,048 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Scarlet, Silver
School Rankings
North Scott High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Scott High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#321 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Scott High School's ranking?
North Scott High School is ranked #321 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Scott High School often compared to?
North Scott High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bettendorf High School, Pleasant Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Scott High School?
The graduation rate of North Scott High School is 93%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Scott High School?
1,048 students attend North Scott High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of North Scott High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Scott High School?
North Scott High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Scott High School offer ?
North Scott High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Scott High School part of?
North Scott High School is part of North Scott Comm School District.
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