Serving 87 students in grades 6-12, Essex Junior-senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex Junior-senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Essex Junior-senior High School's student population of 87 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Essex Junior-senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Essex Junior-senior High School is 0.20, 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
#176 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
8%
14%
White
89%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essex Junior-senior High School's ranking?
Essex Junior-senior High School is ranked #176 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Essex Junior-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Essex Junior-senior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Essex Junior-senior High School?
87 students attend Essex Junior-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Essex Junior-senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Essex Junior-senior High School?
Essex Junior-senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Essex Junior-senior High School offer ?
Essex Junior-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Essex Junior-senior High School part of?
Essex Junior-senior High School is part of Essex Comm School District.
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