Serving 272 students in grades 7-12, Boyden-hull High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boyden-hull High School's student population of 272 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Mascot
Comet
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Colors
Black, Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Boyden-hull High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boyden-hull High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#433 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyden-hull High School's ranking?
Boyden-hull High School is ranked #433 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Boyden-hull High School often compared to?
Boyden-hull High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sioux Center High School, Moc-floyd Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boyden-hull High School?
The graduation rate of Boyden-hull High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Boyden-hull High School?
272 students attend Boyden-hull High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Boyden-hull High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boyden-hull High School?
Boyden-hull High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boyden-hull High School offer ?
Boyden-hull High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyden-hull High School part of?
Boyden-hull High School is part of Boyden-Hull Comm School District.
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