Serving 204 students in grades 7-12, East Mills Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 11% 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: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Mills Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
East Mills Jr/sr High School's student population of 204 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
204 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Mills Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Mills Jr/sr High School is 0.21, 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
#127 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Mills Jr/sr High School's ranking?
East Mills Jr/sr High School is ranked #127 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Mills Jr/sr High School often compared to?
East Mills Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont-mills Middle And Senior High School, Glenwood Senior High School, Fremont-mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Mills Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of East Mills Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Mills Jr/sr High School?
204 students attend East Mills Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of East Mills Jr/sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Mills Jr/sr High School?
East Mills Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Mills Jr/sr High School offer ?
East Mills Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Mills Jr/sr High School part of?
East Mills Jr/sr High School is part of East Mills Comm School District.
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