Serving 160 students in grades 9-12, Lynnville-sully High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynnville-sully High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Lynnville-sully High School's student population of 160 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lynnville-sully 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 Lynnville-sully High School is 0.06, 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
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
97%
70%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynnville-sully High School's ranking?
Lynnville-sully High School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lynnville-sully High School often compared to?
Lynnville-sully High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton Senior High School, Colfax-mingo Jr/sr High School, Albia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lynnville-sully High School?
The graduation rate of Lynnville-sully High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lynnville-sully High School?
160 students attend Lynnville-sully High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lynnville-sully High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lynnville-sully High School?
Lynnville-sully High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lynnville-sully High School offer ?
Lynnville-sully High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lynnville-sully High School part of?
Lynnville-sully High School is part of Lynnville-Sully Comm School District.
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