Serving 440 students in grades 9-12, Saydel 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 30% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saydel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saydel High School's student population of 440 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saydel 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 Saydel High School is 0.47, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1182 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Saydel High School's ranking?
Saydel High School is ranked #1182 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Saydel High School often compared to?
Saydel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Polk High School, Bondurant-farrar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saydel High School?
The graduation rate of Saydel High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Saydel High School?
440 students attend Saydel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Saydel High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Saydel High School?
Saydel High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saydel High School offer ?
Saydel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saydel High School part of?
Saydel High School is part of Saydel Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 4/12/2010
The Saydel School District is a great school district to put your kids in. A really good thing about this school is that their academic rates are high and the availibility of music, art, sports, and other extracurricular activities is fantastic. Plus, it's a very loving and caring school district.
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