Needs Improvement
#1271 of 1,280 schools in IA
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School
High School · Iowa City Comm School District
1528 Mall Drive, Iowa City, IA 52240
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
2.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
2.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,271 of 1,280
In Iowa City
#17 of 17
public schools
In district
#29 of 29
Iowa City Comm School District
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Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School
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About Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School is a public high school in Iowa City, IA, part of Iowa City Comm School District. Elizabeth Tate Alt.
High School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,271 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.0
- IA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
95% of students at Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School — Students at Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.
How Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School Compares
See how Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1528 Mall Drive, Iowa City, IA 52240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Senior High School (rated 6.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Iowa City High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Junior High School Iowa City | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School Iowa City | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WILLOWWIND SCHOOL Iowa City | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Robert Lucas Elementary School Iowa City | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Iowa City High School Iowa City | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Alexander Elementary Iowa City | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Helen Lemme Elementary School Iowa City | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program Iowa City | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School Iowa City | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Central Elementary School Coralville | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| West Senior High School Iowa City | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,189
Median Home Value
$241,100
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
36,046
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
28.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School
What grades does Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School serve?
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School?
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School rank in IA?
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School ranks #1,271 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School a charter school?
No, Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School a Title I school?
No, Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School?
74.3% of students at Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 94.8%
- Phone
- (319) 688-1080
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
Iowa City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 14,776
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
- District Rank
- #29 of 29
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