Serving 20 students in grades 10-12, Wisdomquest Education Center ranks in the bottom 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 <50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wisdomquest Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Wisdomquest Education Center's student population of 20 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wisdomquest Education Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wisdomquest Education Center is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1119 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
10%
7%
White
70%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wisdomquest Education Center's ranking?
Wisdomquest Education Center is ranked #1119 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wisdomquest Education Center?
The graduation rate of Wisdomquest Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wisdomquest Education Center?
20 students attend Wisdomquest Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Wisdomquest Education Center students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wisdomquest Education Center?
Wisdomquest Education Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wisdomquest Education Center offer ?
Wisdomquest Education Center offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wisdomquest Education Center part of?
Wisdomquest Education Center is part of Mount Pleasant Comm School District.
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