Serving 114 students in grades 7-12, Keota High 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keota High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keota High School's student population of 114 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Keota High 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 Keota High School is 0.13, 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
#864 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
14%
White
93%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keota High School's ranking?
Keota High School is ranked #864 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keota High School?
The graduation rate of Keota High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Keota High School?
114 students attend Keota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Keota High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keota High School?
Keota High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keota High School offer ?
Keota High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keota High School part of?
Keota High School is part of Keota Comm School District.
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