Serving 148 students in grades 6-12, Stanton High School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stanton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Stanton High School's student population of 148 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Stanton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stanton High School is 0.10, 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
#359 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
1%
13%

Black
n/a
7%

White
95%
71%

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

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanton High School's ranking?
Stanton High School is ranked #359 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Stanton High School?
The graduation rate of Stanton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stanton High School?
148 students attend Stanton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Stanton High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stanton High School?
Stanton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stanton High School offer ?
Stanton High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanton High School part of?
Stanton High School is part of Stanton Comm School District.
School Calendar
View the Stanton High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break NO SCHOOL
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Spring Break NO SCHOOL
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break NO SCHOOL
April 22, 2025 (Tuesday)
Seniors Last Day
May 16, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School 11:00AM Dismissal
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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