Serving 205 students in grades 6-12, Riceville 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 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riceville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Riceville High School's student population of 205 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Riceville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riceville High School is 0.15, 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
#741 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
64%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
7%
13%
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Black
n/a
7%
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White
92%
71%
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Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riceville High School's ranking?
Riceville High School is ranked #741 out of 1,233 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riceville High School?
The graduation rate of Riceville High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Riceville High School?
205 students attend Riceville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Riceville High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riceville High School?
Riceville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riceville High School offer ?
Riceville High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riceville High School part of?
Riceville High School is part of Riceville Comm School District.
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