Serving 195 students in grades 9-12, Sibley-ocheyedan 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sibley-ocheyedan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Sibley-ocheyedan High School's student population of 195 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Green and White
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Knowledge is Power
School Rankings
Sibley-ocheyedan 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 Sibley-ocheyedan High School is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
27%
14%
White
67%
70%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sibley-ocheyedan High School's ranking?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School is ranked #973 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sibley-ocheyedan High School?
The graduation rate of Sibley-ocheyedan High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sibley-ocheyedan High School?
195 students attend Sibley-ocheyedan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Sibley-ocheyedan High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sibley-ocheyedan High School?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sibley-ocheyedan High School offer ?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sibley-ocheyedan High School part of?
Sibley-ocheyedan High School is part of Sibley-Ocheyedan Comm School District.
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