Top Rankings
Denison Comm School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,245 students in Denison Comm School District. This district's average testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
Public Schools in Denison Comm School District have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (IA)
# Schools
4 Schools
1,329 Schools
# Students
2,245 Students
504,940 Students
# Teachers
147 Teachers
35,005 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
District Rank
Denison Comm School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 327 school districts in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90-94% has increased from 85-89% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#191 out of 327 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
63%
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.52
0.46
# American Indian Students
4 Students
1,899 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
74 Students
12,614 Students
% Asian Students
3%
2%
# Hispanic Students
1,422 Students
63,207 Students
% Hispanic Students
63%
13%
# Black Students
78 Students
34,156 Students
% Black Students
4%
7%
# White Students
643 Students
365,324 Students
% White Students
29%
72%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
2,883 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
24 Students
24,598 Students
% of Two or more races Students
1%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
102
23,085
# Students in K Grade:
183
37,733
# Students in 1st Grade:
134
35,654
# Students in 2nd Grade:
124
35,488
# Students in 3rd Grade:
133
35,962
# Students in 4th Grade:
140
35,603
# Students in 5th Grade:
141
35,274
# Students in 6th Grade:
176
35,449
# Students in 7th Grade:
149
36,781
# Students in 8th Grade:
177
37,606
# Students in 9th Grade:
211
40,254
# Students in 10th Grade:
208
39,868
# Students in 11th Grade:
178
38,263
# Students in 12th Grade:
189
37,920
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $15,098 in this school district is less than the state median of $16,361. The school district revenue/student has grown by 15% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $12,602 is less than the state median of $15,938. The school district spending/student has grown by 11% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$34 MM
$8,262 MM
Spending
$28 MM
$8,048 MM
Revenue / Student
$15,098
$16,361
Spending / Student
$12,602
$15,938
Best Denison Comm School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Denison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 North 16th Street
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-9393
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-9393
Grades: 6-8
| 502 students
Rank: #22.
Broadway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1515 Broadway
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-3103
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-3103
Grades: 4-5
| 281 students
Rank: #33.
Denison High School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
819 N 16th St
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-3101
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-3101
Grades: 9-12
| 786 students
Rank: #44.
Denison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
38 N 20th St
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-3104
Denison, IA 51442
(712) 263-3104
Grades: PK-3
| 676 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Denison Comm School District?
Denison Comm School District manages 4 public schools serving 2,245 students.
What is the rank of Denison Comm School District?
Denison Comm School District is ranked #197 out of 327 school districts in Iowa (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Iowa school districts for: Most diverse schools (Top 1%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Denison Comm School District?
63% of Denison Comm School District students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Denison Comm School District?
Denison Comm School District has a student/teacher ratio of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What is Denison Comm School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $12,602 is less than the state median of $15,938. The school district spending/student has grown by 11% over four school years.
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
