Serving 223 students in grades 6-12, Boyer Valley Middle/high School ranks in the bottom 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boyer Valley Middle/high School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Bulldogs
School Rankings
Boyer Valley Middle/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 Boyer Valley Middle/high School is 0.20, 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
#835 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Boyer Valley Middle/high School's ranking?
Boyer Valley Middle/high School is ranked #835 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boyer Valley Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Boyer Valley Middle/high School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Boyer Valley Middle/high School?
223 students attend Boyer Valley Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Boyer Valley Middle/high School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyer Valley Middle/high School?
Boyer Valley Middle/high School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boyer Valley Middle/high School offer ?
Boyer Valley Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyer Valley Middle/high School part of?
Boyer Valley Middle/high School is part of Boyer Valley Comm School District.
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