Serving 196 students in grades 7-12, Sidney High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sidney High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sidney, IA, covering approximately 138.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sidney High School's student population of 196 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Rankings
Sidney 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 Sidney High School is 0.19, 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
#432 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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Hispanic
7%
14%
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White
90%
70%
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Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.5%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sidney High School's ranking?
Sidney High School is ranked #432 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sidney High School?
The graduation rate of Sidney High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Sidney High School?
196 students attend Sidney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sidney High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sidney High School?
Sidney High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sidney High School offer ?
Sidney High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sidney High School part of?
Sidney High School is part of Sidney Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL-Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL-Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL-Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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