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Melcher-dallas High School

214 S Main
Melcher Dallas, IA 50163
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 145 students in grades 7-12, Melcher-dallas 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 145 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Melcher-dallas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Melcher-dallas High School's student population of 145 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Melcher-dallas 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 Melcher-dallas High School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
#971 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40-44%
64%
65-69%
70%
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Melcher-dallas High School's ranking?
Melcher-dallas High School is ranked #971 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Melcher-dallas High School often compared to?
Melcher-dallas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knoxville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melcher-dallas High School?
The graduation rate of Melcher-dallas High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Melcher-dallas High School?
145 students attend Melcher-dallas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Melcher-dallas High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melcher-dallas High School?
Melcher-dallas High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melcher-dallas High School offer ?
Melcher-dallas High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melcher-dallas High School part of?
Melcher-dallas High School is part of Melcher-Dallas Comm School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 145 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : ≥80% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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