Serving 66 students in grades 7-12, Whiting Senior 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 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 6:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whiting Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Whiting Senior High School's student population of 66 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, our mission is to prepare students to be responsible citizens in today’s world.
School Rankings
Whiting Senior 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 Whiting Senior High School is 0.51, 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
#854 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Whiting Senior High School's ranking?
Whiting Senior High School is ranked #854 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 Whiting Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Whiting Senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Whiting Senior High School?
66 students attend Whiting Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Whiting Senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whiting Senior High School?
Whiting Senior High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Whiting Senior High School offer ?
Whiting Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whiting Senior High School part of?
Whiting Senior High School is part of Whiting Comm School District.
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