Hudson High School

Hudson High School serves 368 students in grades 7-12 in Hudson, Iowa, a mid-size suburban community in Black Hawk County. With 28 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio that supports personalized attention and strong academic relationships. The school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, earning a 7.9 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking 57th out of 1,288 schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile among Iowa schools.

Students consistently achieve strong results, with 83% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 81% reach proficiency in mathematics. These impressive outcomes reflect both dedicated instruction and a supportive learning environment. Hudson High School draws from a well-educated and economically stable community, where 41% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $109,917.

The low poverty rate of just 5% in the area contributes to a stable foundation for student success. With a median home value of $236,900, the neighborhood reflects the solid middle-class character of this Black Hawk County community of approximately 3,000 residents, providing an ideal setting for focused academic achievement.