Serving 205 students in grades 6-12, Lone Tree Middle-senior 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lone Tree Middle-senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lone Tree Middle-senior High School's student population of 205 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
In partnership with the community, Lone Tree Community School will develop productive, lifelong learners whose goals are academic, vocational and social success.
School Rankings
Lone Tree Middle-senior 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 Lone Tree Middle-senior 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
#973 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
14%
White
91%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Tree Middle-senior High School's ranking?
Lone Tree Middle-senior High School is ranked #973 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lone Tree Middle-senior High School often compared to?
Lone Tree Middle-senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Senior High School, Clear Creek Amana High School, Iowa City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lone Tree Middle-senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lone Tree Middle-senior High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lone Tree Middle-senior High School?
205 students attend Lone Tree Middle-senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lone Tree Middle-senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lone Tree Middle-senior High School?
Lone Tree Middle-senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lone Tree Middle-senior High School offer ?
Lone Tree Middle-senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lone Tree Middle-senior High School part of?
Lone Tree Middle-senior High School is part of Lone Tree Comm School District.
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