Serving 240 students in grades 9-12, Emmetsburg 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmetsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Emmetsburg High School's student population of 240 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emmetsburg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmetsburg High School is 0.19, 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
#632 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Emmetsburg High School's ranking?
Emmetsburg High School is ranked #632 out of 1,233 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% 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 Emmetsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Emmetsburg High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Emmetsburg High School?
240 students attend Emmetsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Emmetsburg High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Emmetsburg High School offer ?
Emmetsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmetsburg High School part of?
Emmetsburg High School is part of Emmetsburg Comm School District.
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