Serving 204 students in grades 7-12, Sidney High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sidney High School's student population of 204 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sidney High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sidney High School is 0.19, 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
#550 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
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 Sidney High School's ranking?
Sidney High School is ranked #550 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sidney High School?
The graduation rate of Sidney High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sidney High School?
204 students attend Sidney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sidney High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sidney High School?
Sidney High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sidney High School offer ?
Sidney High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sidney High School part of?
Sidney High School is part of Sidney Comm School District.
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May 15, 2025 (Thursday)
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