Le Mars High School

921 3rd Ave Sw
Le Mars, IA 51031
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 662 students in grades 9-12, Le Mars High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 662 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 74% (Top 50%)
  • : 67% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Le Mars High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Le Mars High School's student population of 662 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
662 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

Le Mars 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 Le Mars High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#700 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
74%
68%
67%
70%
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
72%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.45
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Le Mars High School's ranking?
Le Mars High School is ranked #700 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?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Le Mars High School?
The graduation rate of Le Mars High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Le Mars High School?
662 students attend Le Mars High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Le Mars High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Le Mars High School?
Le Mars High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Le Mars High School offer ?
Le Mars High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Le Mars High School part of?
Le Mars High School is part of Le Mars Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 662 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 74% (Top 50%)
  • : 67% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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