Keokuk High School is a rural public four-year high school located in Keokuk, Iowa. The school, a part of the Keokuk Community School District, draws students from the southernmost part of Lee County, Iowa. For athletics, Keokuk High School is classified as 3A, the second largest class in Iowa.
Serving 594 students in grades 9-12, Keokuk 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 55% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keokuk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Keokuk High School's student population of 594 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Keokuk 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 Keokuk High School is 0.27, 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
#993 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chiefs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keokuk High School's ranking?
Keokuk High School is ranked #993 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Keokuk High School often compared to?
Keokuk High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Lee High School, Fort Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keokuk High School?
The graduation rate of Keokuk High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Keokuk High School?
594 students attend Keokuk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Keokuk High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keokuk High School?
Keokuk High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keokuk High School offer ?
Keokuk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keokuk High School part of?
Keokuk High School is part of Keokuk Comm School District.
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