Sumner-Fredericksburg High School is a rural public high school located in Sumner, Iowa, United States. It is one of four schools within the Sumner-Fredericksburg School District. It was a part of the Sumner Community School District until it consolidated with the Fredericksburg Community School District in 2014.
Serving 243 students in grades 9-12, Sumner-fredericksburg High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sumner-Fredericksburg High School serves the southeast part of its school district in Sumner, IA, covering an area of approximately 134.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sumner-fredericksburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sumner-fredericksburg High School's student population of 243 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
243 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 ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence in Lifelong Learning, Leadership, and Character
School Rankings
Sumner-fredericksburg 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 Sumner-fredericksburg 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
#444 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Green, Gold
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumner-fredericksburg High School's ranking?
Sumner-fredericksburg High School is ranked #444 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sumner-fredericksburg High School?
The graduation rate of Sumner-fredericksburg High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Sumner-fredericksburg High School?
243 students attend Sumner-fredericksburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sumner-fredericksburg High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sumner-fredericksburg High School?
Sumner-fredericksburg High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sumner-fredericksburg High School offer ?
Sumner-fredericksburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sumner-fredericksburg High School part of?
Sumner-fredericksburg High School is part of Sumner-Fredericksburg Comm School District.
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