Serving 260 students in grades 9-12, Sioux Central High School ranks in the top 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 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sioux Central High School's student population of 260 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sioux Central 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 Sioux Central High School is 0.30, 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
#559 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Sioux Central High School's ranking?
Sioux Central High School is ranked #559 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Sioux Central High School often compared to?
Sioux Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newell-fonda High School, Alta-aurelia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sioux Central High School?
The graduation rate of Sioux Central High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sioux Central High School?
260 students attend Sioux Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sioux Central High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sioux Central High School?
Sioux Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sioux Central High School offer ?
Sioux Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sioux Central High School part of?
Sioux Central High School is part of Sioux Central Comm School District.
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