Preston High School serves 211 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-84% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65-69% (which was lower than the Iowa state average of 72%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)80-84%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Preston Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Preston High School?
The graduation rate of Preston High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Preston High School?
211 students attend Preston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Preston High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preston High School?
Preston High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Preston High School offer ?
Preston High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Preston High School part of?
Preston High School is part of Preston Community School District.
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