Serving 801 students in grades 9-12, Pella High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Pella High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pella school district, covering approximately 193.2 square miles in Pella, IA, with typical drives to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 11.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pella High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pella High School's student population of 801 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Preparing Everyone to Learn, Lead & Achieve'
School Rankings
Pella High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pella High School is 0.26, 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
#29 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pella High School's ranking?
Pella High School is ranked #29 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Pella High School often compared to?
Pella High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knoxville High School, Grinnell Community Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pella High School?
The graduation rate of Pella High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Pella High School?
801 students attend Pella High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pella High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pella High School?
Pella High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pella High School offer ?
Pella High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pella High School part of?
Pella High School is part of Pella Comm School District.
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