Serving 37 students in grades 9-12, Greenview Alternative 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenview Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Greenview Alternative School's student population of 37 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenview Alternative 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 Greenview Alternative School is 0.41, 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
#1218 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
76%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Greenview Alternative School's ranking?
Greenview Alternative School is ranked #1218 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenview Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Greenview Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Greenview Alternative School?
37 students attend Greenview Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Greenview Alternative School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenview Alternative School?
Greenview Alternative School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenview Alternative School offer ?
Greenview Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenview Alternative School part of?
Greenview Alternative School is part of Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District.
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