Serving 205 students in grades 7-12, Belle Plaine Jr/sr 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School's student population of 205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belle Plaine 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 Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#630 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
70%
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%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is ranked #630 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
205 students attend Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School offer ?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School part of?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is part of Belle Plaine Comm School District.
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