Serving 373 students in grades 9-12, Okoboji High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okoboji High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Okoboji High School's student population of 373 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Okoboji High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Okoboji High School is 0.19, 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
#375 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
70%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
5%
13%

Black
1%
7%

White
90%
71%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Okoboji High School's ranking?
Okoboji High School is ranked #375 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Okoboji High School?
The graduation rate of Okoboji High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Okoboji High School?
373 students attend Okoboji High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Okoboji High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Okoboji High School?
Okoboji High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Okoboji High School offer ?
Okoboji High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Okoboji High School part of?
Okoboji High School is part of Okoboji Comm School District.
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