Serving 185 students in grades 7-12, Turkey Valley Jr-sr 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turkey Valley Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waucoma, IA, covering approximately 170.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School's student population of 185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
185 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turkey Valley Jr-sr 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 Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School is 0.12, 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
#750 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School is ranked #750 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School?
185 students attend Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School?
Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School offer ?
Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School part of?
Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School is part of Turkey Valley Comm School District.
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