Serving 290 students in grades 6-12, New London 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 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New London Jr-sr High School's student population of 290 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the New London Community School District, through the combined resources of school, home, and community, is to guide, challenge, and motivate life-long learning in an environment that fosters individual success, mutual respect, pride, and p
School Rankings
New London 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 New London Jr-sr High School is 0.22, 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
#861 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 New London Jr-sr High School's ranking?
New London Jr-sr High School is ranked #861 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are New London Jr-sr High School often compared to?
New London Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Pleasant High School, Waco High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New London Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of New London Jr-sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend New London Jr-sr High School?
290 students attend New London Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of New London Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New London Jr-sr High School?
New London Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does New London Jr-sr High School offer ?
New London Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New London Jr-sr High School part of?
New London Jr-sr High School is part of New London Comm School District.
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