North Iowa High School

111 3rd Ave Nw
Buffalo Center, IA 50424
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 124 students in grades 9-12, North Iowa 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 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 124 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Iowa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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Attribute

School Overview

North Iowa High School's student population of 124 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
124 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
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Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Linking Students with Success

School Rankings

North Iowa 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 North Iowa High School is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#973 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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55-59%
68%
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60-64%
70%
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60-69%
63%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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Hispanic
17%
14%
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Black
1%
7%
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White
81%
70%
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Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.32
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≥80%
90%
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(22-23)
38.7%
24.7%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Iowa High School's ranking?
North Iowa High School is ranked #973 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?
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 North Iowa High School?
The graduation rate of North Iowa High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Iowa High School?
124 students attend North Iowa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Iowa High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Iowa High School?
North Iowa High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Iowa High School offer ?
North Iowa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Iowa High School part of?
North Iowa High School is part of North Iowa Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 124 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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