Serving 195 students in grades 9-12, Sibley-ocheyedan 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sibley-Ocheyedan High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 234.8 square miles around Sibley, IA. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 9.2 miles, with the furthest point being 14.7 miles away, making for a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sibley-ocheyedan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sibley-ocheyedan High School's student population of 195 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
195 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Knowledge is Power
School Rankings
Sibley-ocheyedan 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 Sibley-ocheyedan High School is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sibley-ocheyedan High School's ranking?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School is ranked #973 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sibley-ocheyedan High School?
The graduation rate of Sibley-ocheyedan High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Sibley-ocheyedan High School?
195 students attend Sibley-ocheyedan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sibley-ocheyedan High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sibley-ocheyedan High School?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sibley-ocheyedan High School offer ?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sibley-ocheyedan High School part of?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School is part of Sibley-Ocheyedan Comm School District.
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