Prairie Valley High School was a public high school located in Gowrie, Iowa. It offers a curriculum for students in grades 9–12. It was a part of the Prairie Valley Community School District.
Southeast Valley High School serves 340 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Valley High School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Black, Teal
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southeast Valley 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Southeast Valley High School?
340 students attend Southeast Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Southeast Valley High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Valley High School?
Southeast Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Valley High School offer ?
Southeast Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southeast Valley High School part of?
Southeast Valley High School is part of Southeast Valley Community School District.
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