Serving 322 students in grades 9-12, North Fayette Valley 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 62% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Fayette Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Fayette Valley High School's student population of 322 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Fayette Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fayette Valley 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
#768 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 North Fayette Valley High School's ranking?
North Fayette Valley High School is ranked #768 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Fayette Valley High School often compared to?
North Fayette Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oelwein High School, Starmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Fayette Valley High School?
The graduation rate of North Fayette Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Fayette Valley High School?
322 students attend North Fayette Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Fayette Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Fayette Valley High School?
North Fayette Valley High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Fayette Valley High School offer ?
North Fayette Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Fayette Valley High School part of?
North Fayette Valley High School is part of North Fayette Valley Comm School District.
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