Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Roland-story High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roland-story High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Roland-story High School's student population of 317 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Roland-story High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roland-story High School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
92%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roland-story High School's ranking?
Roland-story High School is ranked #171 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Roland-story High School often compared to?
Roland-story High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roland-story High School?
The graduation rate of Roland-story High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Roland-story High School?
317 students attend Roland-story High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Roland-story High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roland-story High School?
Roland-story High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roland-story High School offer ?
Roland-story High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roland-story High School part of?
Roland-story High School is part of Roland-Story Comm School District.
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