Serving 270 students in grades 7-12, Sigourney Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 30% 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 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sigourney Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sigourney Jr-sr High School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sigourney Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sigourney Jr-sr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#320 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sigourney Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Sigourney Jr-sr High School is ranked #320 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sigourney Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Sigourney Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sigourney Jr-sr High School?
270 students attend Sigourney Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Sigourney Jr-sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sigourney Jr-sr High School?
Sigourney Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sigourney Jr-sr High School offer ?
Sigourney Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sigourney Jr-sr High School part of?
Sigourney Jr-sr High School is part of Sigourney Community School District.
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