Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Missouri Valley 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Missouri Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Missouri Valley High School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Missouri Valley 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 Missouri Valley High School is 0.17, 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
#917 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Missouri Valley High School's ranking?
Missouri Valley High School is ranked #917 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Missouri Valley High School often compared to?
Missouri Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan-magnolia Jr-sr High School, West Harrison Middle School/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Missouri Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Missouri Valley High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Missouri Valley High School?
228 students attend Missouri Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Missouri Valley High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Missouri Valley High School?
Missouri Valley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Missouri Valley High School offer ?
Missouri Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Missouri Valley High School part of?
Missouri Valley High School is part of Missouri Valley Comm School District.
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