Serving 2,222 students in grades 9-12, Linn-mar High School ranks in the bottom 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 68% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linn-mar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Linn-mar High School's student population of 2,222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Mascot
Lion
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Linn-mar 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 Linn-mar High School is 0.43, 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
#697 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
75%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Linn-mar High School's ranking?
Linn-mar High School is ranked #697 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Linn-mar High School often compared to?
Linn-mar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linn-mar High School?
The graduation rate of Linn-mar High School is 96%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Linn-mar High School?
2,222 students attend Linn-mar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Linn-mar High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linn-mar High School?
Linn-mar High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linn-mar High School offer ?
Linn-mar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linn-mar High School part of?
Linn-mar High School is part of Linn-Mar Comm School District.
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