Serving 1,002 students in grades 9-12, Lewis Central Senior 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 67% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis Central Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lewis Central Senior High School's student population of 1,002 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewis Central Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis Central Senior High School is 0.34, 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
#447 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Lewis Central Senior High School's ranking?
Lewis Central Senior High School is ranked #447 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lewis Central Senior High School often compared to?
Lewis Central Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abraham Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis Central Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lewis Central Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lewis Central Senior High School?
1,002 students attend Lewis Central Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lewis Central Senior High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis Central Senior High School?
Lewis Central Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis Central Senior High School offer ?
Lewis Central Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis Central Senior High School part of?
Lewis Central Senior High School is part of Lewis Central Comm School District.
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