Serving 414 students in grades 9-12, Vinton-shellsburg 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 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vinton-shellsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vinton-shellsburg High School's student population of 414 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'To be positive difference-makers'
School Rankings
Vinton-shellsburg High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vinton-shellsburg High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vinton-shellsburg High School's ranking?
Vinton-shellsburg High School is ranked #322 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Vinton-shellsburg High School often compared to?
Vinton-shellsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Community Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vinton-shellsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Vinton-shellsburg High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Vinton-shellsburg High School?
414 students attend Vinton-shellsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Vinton-shellsburg High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vinton-shellsburg High School?
Vinton-shellsburg High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vinton-shellsburg High School offer ?
Vinton-shellsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vinton-shellsburg High School part of?
Vinton-shellsburg High School is part of Vinton-Shellsburg Comm School District.
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