Newell-Fonda High School is a public high school, part of the Newell-Fonda Community School District. It is located in the city of Newell, Iowa, located in Buena Vista County. The school serves students from Newell, Fonda, Varina, and Sulphur Springs.
Serving 139 students in grades 9-12, Newell-fonda 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 23% 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: 139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newell-fonda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newell-fonda High School's student population of 139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newell-fonda High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newell-fonda High School is 0.38, 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
#949 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
77%
71%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newell-fonda High School's ranking?
Newell-fonda High School is ranked #949 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Newell-fonda High School often compared to?
Newell-fonda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sioux Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newell-fonda High School?
The graduation rate of Newell-fonda High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Newell-fonda High School?
139 students attend Newell-fonda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Newell-fonda High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newell-fonda High School?
Newell-fonda High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newell-fonda High School offer ?
Newell-fonda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newell-fonda High School part of?
Newell-fonda High School is part of Newell-Fonda Comm School District.
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