Serving 286 students in grades 7-12, North Mahaska Jr-sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School's student population of 286 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
EDUCATE FOR SUCCESS FROM A TRADITION OF LIFELONG LEARNING
School Rankings
North Mahaska 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 North Mahaska Jr-sr High School is 0.08, 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
#644 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
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
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 North Mahaska Jr-sr High School's ranking?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School is ranked #644 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Mahaska Jr-sr High School often compared to?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oskaloosa High School by visitors of our site.
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 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Mahaska Jr-sr High School?
286 students attend North Mahaska Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Mahaska Jr-sr High School?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Mahaska Jr-sr High School offer ?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Mahaska Jr-sr High School part of?
North Mahaska Jr-sr High School is part of North Mahaska Comm School District.
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