Serving 235 students in grades 9-12, Emmetsburg 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%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmetsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Emmetsburg High School's student population of 235 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Emmetsburg 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 Emmetsburg High School is 0.26, 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)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Emmetsburg High School's ranking?
Emmetsburg 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 Emmetsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Emmetsburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Emmetsburg High School?
235 students attend Emmetsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Emmetsburg High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Emmetsburg High School offer ?
Emmetsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmetsburg High School part of?
Emmetsburg High School is part of Emmetsburg Comm School District.
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