Serving 1,722 students in grades 10-12, Southeast Polk 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 67% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Polk High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Pleasant Hill, IA, encompassing approximately 113.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeast Polk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Southeast Polk High School's student population of 1,722 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,722 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Polk 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 Southeast Polk High School is 0.46, 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
#677 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
72%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Polk High School's ranking?
Southeast Polk High School is ranked #677 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southeast Polk High School?
The graduation rate of Southeast Polk High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Southeast Polk High School?
1,722 students attend Southeast Polk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Southeast Polk High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Polk High School?
Southeast Polk High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Polk High School offer ?
Southeast Polk High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southeast Polk High School part of?
Southeast Polk High School is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Produce better scores in the state testing, the money paid in to the school does not reflect in the test scores. Hold the administration and faculty accountable.
5 10/10/2025
Best school it''s clean staff nice.
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