Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Mmcru 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mmcru High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mmcru High School's student population of 208 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Mmcru 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 Mmcru High School is 0.17, 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
#677 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Mmcru High School's ranking?
Mmcru High School is ranked #677 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?
65-69% 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 Mmcru High School?
The graduation rate of Mmcru High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mmcru High School?
208 students attend Mmcru High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mmcru High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mmcru High School?
Mmcru High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mmcru High School offer ?
Mmcru High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mmcru High School part of?
Mmcru High School is part of Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Comm School District.
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