Serving 266 students in grades 9-12, Woodward-granger High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 4% 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: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodward-granger High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Woodward-granger High School's student population of 266 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our fundamental purpose is to create a rigorous, collaborative and inclusive teaching and learning environment for all students with a focus on "one student at a time through a supportive culture of high expectations."
School Rankings
Woodward-granger High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodward-granger High School is 0.08, 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
#176 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
96%
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
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Woodward-granger High School's ranking?
Woodward-granger High School is ranked #176 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Woodward-granger High School often compared to?
Woodward-granger High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adm Senior High School, Van Meter High School, Perry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodward-granger High School?
The graduation rate of Woodward-granger High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Woodward-granger High School?
266 students attend Woodward-granger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Woodward-granger High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodward-granger High School?
Woodward-granger High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodward-granger High School offer ?
Woodward-granger High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodward-granger High School part of?
Woodward-granger High School is part of Woodward-Granger Comm School District.
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