Serving 260 students in grades 9-12, Sioux Central 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 70-74% (which is higher 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Sioux Central High School's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Sioux Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sioux Central High School is 0.30, 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
#444 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Sioux Central High School's ranking?
Sioux Central High School is ranked #444 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Sioux Central High School often compared to?
Sioux Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta-aurelia High School, Newell-fonda High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Sioux Central High School?
The graduation rate of Sioux Central High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sioux Central High School?
260 students attend Sioux Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sioux Central High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sioux Central High School?
Sioux Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sioux Central High School offer ?
Sioux Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sioux Central High School part of?
Sioux Central High School is part of Sioux Central Community School District.
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