Serving 365 students in grades 7-12, John R Mott Jr/hi 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 47% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John R Mott Jr/hi School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John R Mott Jr/hi School's student population of 365 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John R Mott Jr/hi 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 John R Mott Jr/hi 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
#1107 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
26%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 John R Mott Jr/hi School's ranking?
John R Mott Jr/hi School is ranked #1107 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John R Mott Jr/hi School?
The graduation rate of John R Mott Jr/hi School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend John R Mott Jr/hi School?
365 students attend John R Mott Jr/hi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of John R Mott Jr/hi School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John R Mott Jr/hi School?
John R Mott Jr/hi School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does John R Mott Jr/hi School offer ?
John R Mott Jr/hi School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John R Mott Jr/hi School part of?
John R Mott Jr/hi School is part of Postville Comm School District.
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