Serving 1,035 students in grades 9-12, Norwalk Senior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwalk Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire Norwalk school district, encompassing approximately 45.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwalk Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Norwalk Senior High School's student population of 1,035 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,035 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwalk Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwalk Senior High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#502 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwalk Senior High School's ranking?
Norwalk Senior High School is ranked #502 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Norwalk Senior High School often compared to?
Norwalk Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indianola High School, Carlisle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norwalk Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Norwalk Senior High School is 99%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Norwalk Senior High School?
1,035 students attend Norwalk Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Norwalk Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Norwalk Senior High School?
Norwalk Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norwalk Senior High School offer ?
Norwalk Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norwalk Senior High School part of?
Norwalk Senior High School is part of Norwalk Comm School District.
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