Bettendorf High School is a public four-year comprehensive high school located in Bettendorf, Iowa and is part of the Bettendorf Community School District.
Serving 1,485 students in grades 9-12, Bettendorf High School ranks in the top 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 75% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bettendorf High School's student population of 1,485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Black, Gold
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Bettendorf High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bettendorf High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
8%
7%
White
72%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettendorf High School's ranking?
Bettendorf High School is ranked #509 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bettendorf High School often compared to?
Bettendorf High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley High School by visitors of our site.
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 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bettendorf High School?
The graduation rate of Bettendorf High School is 88%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bettendorf High School?
1,485 students attend Bettendorf High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bettendorf High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bettendorf High School?
Bettendorf High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettendorf High School offer ?
Bettendorf High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bettendorf High School part of?
Bettendorf High School is part of Bettendorf Comm School District.
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