Serving 58 students in grades 7-12, Ruthven-ayrshire High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruthven-Ayrshire High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ruthven, IA, encompassing approximately 100 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 6.3 miles and the furthest edge located 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruthven-ayrshire High School's student population of 58 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruthven-ayrshire High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruthven-ayrshire 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
#917 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
White
88%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruthven-ayrshire High School's ranking?
Ruthven-ayrshire High School is ranked #917 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ruthven-ayrshire High School?
The graduation rate of Ruthven-ayrshire High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Ruthven-ayrshire High School?
58 students attend Ruthven-ayrshire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ruthven-ayrshire High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruthven-ayrshire High School?
Ruthven-ayrshire High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruthven-ayrshire High School offer ?
Ruthven-ayrshire High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruthven-ayrshire High School part of?
Ruthven-ayrshire High School is part of Ruthven-Ayrshire Comm School District.
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