Serving 805 students in grades 9-12, Storm Lake 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 48% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 46% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Storm Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Storm Lake High School's student population of 805 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
805 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Storm Lake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Storm Lake High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1148 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
54%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
16%
71%
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
46%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Storm Lake High School's ranking?
Storm Lake High School is ranked #1148 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Storm Lake High School often compared to?
Storm Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Storm Lake Middle School, Storm Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Storm Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Storm Lake High School is 46%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Storm Lake High School?
805 students attend Storm Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Storm Lake High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Storm Lake High School?
Storm Lake High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Storm Lake High School offer ?
Storm Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Storm Lake High School part of?
Storm Lake High School is part of Storm Lake Comm School District.
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