The Warren County Administration Building, formerly Indianola High School, is located in Indianola, Iowa, United States. The first high school in town was designed by the Des Moines architectural firm of Proudfoot & Bird. It was completed in 1904 and an annex was added in 1917 because of increased enrollment.
Serving 1,139 students in grades 9-12, Indianola 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 64% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indianola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Indianola High School's student population of 1,139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indianola High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indianola High School is 0.21, 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
#738 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Indianola High School's ranking?
Indianola High School is ranked #738 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Indianola High School often compared to?
Indianola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlisle High School, Norwalk Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Indianola High School?
The graduation rate of Indianola High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Indianola High School?
1,139 students attend Indianola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Indianola High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indianola High School?
Indianola High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indianola High School offer ?
Indianola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indianola High School part of?
Indianola High School is part of Indianola Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 10/7/2020
Indianola High School offers a wide variety of activities and clubs. They have worked hard to build a solid community where everyone can have a place to feel welcome. The students are just amazing people, and the teachers and administrators go above and beyond.
1 11/3/2016
The high school is simply terrible it has major problems with bullying but the teachers won't do a thing about it and all students are strictly monitered, the place is like a prison and kills creativity
5 3/3/2010
Great academic opportunities! Many fine arts, atheletics, and clubs available. Known for their state champion debate team and state ranked cross country team. Nice school facilities and newly built football and baseball fields. New improvements are coming with the $1 million by the MLB's Casey Blake, and IHS alumn. Parents are actively involved in students' academic and extracurricular progress. The wonderful community adds to the pleasure of living in this fine town!!
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