Serving 142 students in grades 7-12, Twin Cedars Jr-sr 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 50-54% (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 9:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School's student population of 142 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twin Cedars Jr-sr 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 Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School is 0.19, 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
#1007 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
14%
White
90%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School is ranked #1007 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?
50-54% 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 Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School?
142 students attend Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School?
Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School offer ?
Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School part of?
Twin Cedars Jr-sr High School is part of Twin Cedars Comm School District.
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