Serving 342 students in grades 7-12, John R Mott Jr/hi School 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 47% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John R Mott Jr/hi School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John R Mott Jr/hi School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
John R Mott Jr/hi School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John R Mott Jr/hi School is 0.43, 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
#1107 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
72%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
23%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 John R Mott Jr/hi School's ranking?
John R Mott Jr/hi School is ranked #1107 out of 1,223 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John R Mott Jr/hi School?
The graduation rate of John R Mott Jr/hi School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend John R Mott Jr/hi School?
342 students attend John R Mott Jr/hi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of John R Mott Jr/hi School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John R Mott Jr/hi School?
John R Mott Jr/hi School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does John R Mott Jr/hi School offer ?
John R Mott Jr/hi School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John R Mott Jr/hi School part of?
John R Mott Jr/hi School is part of Postville Comm School District.
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