Serving 203 students in grades 7-12, Belle Plaine Jr/sr 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School's student population of 203 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belle Plaine Jr/sr 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 Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is 0.12, 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
#630 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is ranked #630 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benton Community Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
203 students attend Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School offer ?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School part of?
Belle Plaine Jr/sr High School is part of Belle Plaine Comm School District.
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