Serving 302 students in grades 7-12, Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr 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 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School's student population of 302 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr 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 Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School is 0.47, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1010 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School is ranked #1010 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School?
302 students attend Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School?
Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School offer ?
Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School part of?
Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School is part of Belmond-Klemme Comm School District.
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