Serving 421 students in grades 9-12, South Tama County 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 44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Tama County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 254.5 square miles around Tama, IA. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Tama County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Tama County High School's student population of 421 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Tama County 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 South Tama County High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1129 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
n/a
Showing 2006–2019. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Tama County High School's ranking?
South Tama County High School is ranked #1129 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Tama County High School?
The graduation rate of South Tama County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend South Tama County High School?
421 students attend South Tama County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of South Tama County High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Tama County High School?
South Tama County High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Tama County High School offer ?
South Tama County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Tama County High School part of?
South Tama County High School is part of South Tama County School District.
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