Top Rankings
Winterset Comm School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 5%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,669 students in Winterset Comm School District. This district's average testing ranking is 6/10, which is in the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
Public Schools in Winterset Comm School District have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (IA)
# Schools
4 Schools
1,329 Schools
# Students
1,669 Students
504,940 Students
# Teachers
116 Teachers
35,005 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
District Rank
Winterset Comm School District, which is ranked within the top 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 95% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#151 out of 327 school districts
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.14
0.46
# American Indian Students
2 Students
1,899 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
12 Students
12,614 Students
% Asian Students
1%
2%
# Hispanic Students
63 Students
63,207 Students
% Hispanic Students
4%
13%
# Black Students
5 Students
34,156 Students
% Black Students
n/a
7%
# White Students
1,545 Students
365,324 Students
% White Students
93%
72%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
2,883 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
41 Students
24,598 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
61
23,085
# Students in K Grade:
101
37,733
# Students in 1st Grade:
109
35,654
# Students in 2nd Grade:
113
35,488
# Students in 3rd Grade:
115
35,962
# Students in 4th Grade:
113
35,603
# Students in 5th Grade:
131
35,274
# Students in 6th Grade:
114
35,449
# Students in 7th Grade:
113
36,781
# Students in 8th Grade:
134
37,606
# Students in 9th Grade:
142
40,254
# Students in 10th Grade:
131
39,868
# Students in 11th Grade:
150
38,263
# Students in 12th Grade:
142
37,920
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $16,679 is higher than the state median of $16,361. The school district revenue/student has grown by 11% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $15,826 is less than the state median of $15,938. The school district spending/student has declined by 32% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$28 MM
$8,262 MM
Spending
$26 MM
$8,048 MM
Revenue / Student
$16,679
$16,361
Spending / Student
$15,826
$15,938
Best Winterset Comm School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Winterset Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
720 Husky Dr
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3336
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3336
Grades: 7-8
| 247 students
Rank: #22.
Winterset Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
720 Husky Dr
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3320
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3320
Grades: 9-12
| 565 students
Rank: #33.
Winterset Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
706 West School Street
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3010
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3010
Grades: 4-6
| 358 students
Rank: #44.
Winterset Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
404 S 2nd Ave
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-1551
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-1551
Grades: PK-3
| 499 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Winterset Comm School District?
Winterset Comm School District manages 4 public schools serving 1,669 students.
What is the rank of Winterset Comm School District?
Winterset Comm School District is ranked #158 out of 327 school districts in Iowa (top 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: Highest graduation rate (Top 5%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Winterset Comm School District?
93% of Winterset Comm School District students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Winterset Comm School District?
Winterset Comm School District has a student/teacher ratio of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What is Winterset Comm School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $15,826 is less than the state median of $15,938. The school district spending/student has declined by 32% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
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.
