Serving 305 students in grades 9-12, Van Meter High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 9% 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: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Van Meter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Van Meter High School's student population of 305 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
Van Meter High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Meter High School is 0.17, 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
#33 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Van Meter High School's ranking?
Van Meter High School is ranked #33 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Van Meter High School often compared to?
Van Meter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adm Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Van Meter High School?
The graduation rate of Van Meter High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Van Meter High School?
305 students attend Van Meter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Van Meter High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Meter High School?
Van Meter High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Meter High School offer ?
Van Meter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Meter High School part of?
Van Meter High School is part of Van Meter Community School District.
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