Serving 243 students in grades 9-12, Alburnett Senior 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than 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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alburnett Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alburnett Senior High School's student population of 243 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alburnett Senior 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 Alburnett Senior High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1007 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Alburnett Junior-Senior High School is a small school located in Linn County, Iowa.
- The district's central office is located in Alburnett, Iowa. The school mascot is the Pirates and the school colors are purple and gold.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alburnett Senior High School's ranking?
Alburnett Senior High School is ranked #1007 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Alburnett Senior High School often compared to?
Alburnett Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy High School, George Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alburnett Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Alburnett Senior High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Alburnett Senior High School?
243 students attend Alburnett Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alburnett Senior High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alburnett Senior High School?
Alburnett Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alburnett Senior High School offer ?
Alburnett Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alburnett Senior High School part of?
Alburnett Senior High School is part of Alburnett Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2009
Great academic program and extracurricular activities. Excellent administration. Great environment for your student to excel.
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