Serving 396 students in grades 9-12, Spirit Lake 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 68% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spirit Lake High School's student population of 396 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake 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
#526 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Spirit Lake High School's ranking?
Spirit Lake High School is ranked #526 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spirit Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Spirit Lake High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Spirit Lake High School?
396 students attend Spirit Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Spirit Lake High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spirit Lake High School?
Spirit Lake High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spirit Lake High School offer ?
Spirit Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spirit Lake High School part of?
Spirit Lake High School is part of Spirit Lake Comm School District.
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