Serving 503 students in grades 9-12, Knoxville 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 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knoxville High School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knoxville 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 Knoxville High School is 0.19, 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
#950 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Knoxville High School's ranking?
Knoxville High School is ranked #950 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Knoxville High School often compared to?
Knoxville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melcher-dallas High School, Pleasantville High School, Pella High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Knoxville High School?
The graduation rate of Knoxville High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Knoxville High School?
503 students attend Knoxville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Knoxville High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Knoxville High School?
Knoxville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Knoxville High School offer ?
Knoxville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knoxville High School part of?
Knoxville High School is part of Knoxville Community School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Knoxville High School's commitment to increasing the opportunities of high level students is excellent. They provide over 30 hours of community college credit during the school day. This schools rocks!
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