Iowa City High School is a public high school in Iowa City, Iowa and is part of the Iowa City Community School District. The present high school was completed as part of the Public Works Projects started by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to provide jobs. The first classes were held in the fall of 1939.
Serving 1,666 students in grades 9-12, Iowa City 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 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 51% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iowa City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Iowa City High School's student population of 1,666 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,666 students
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
1937
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
Iowa City 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 Iowa City High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#769 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
21%
7%
White
49%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: City High Little Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iowa City High School's ranking?
Iowa City High School is ranked #769 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Iowa City High School often compared to?
Iowa City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Senior High School, Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iowa City High School?
The graduation rate of Iowa City High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Iowa City High School?
1,666 students attend Iowa City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Iowa City High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iowa City High School?
Iowa City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iowa City High School offer ?
Iowa City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Iowa City High School part of?
Iowa City High School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Iowa City High School located?
Iowa City High School is located in the Hoover neighborhood of Iowa City, IA.
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