Serving 477 students in grades 9-12, Harlan High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harlan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harlan High School's student population of 477 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Harlan High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harlan High School is 0.22, 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
#215 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Harlan High School's ranking?
Harlan High School is ranked #215 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlan High School?
The graduation rate of Harlan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Harlan High School?
477 students attend Harlan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Harlan High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harlan High School?
Harlan High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harlan High School offer ?
Harlan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlan High School part of?
Harlan High School is part of Harlan Comm School District.
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