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Keokuk High School

High School · Keokuk Comm School District

2285 Middle Rd, Keokuk, IA 52632

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#989 of 1,280

In Keokuk

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Keokuk Comm School District

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Keokuk High School

5.0/10

High School in Keokuk · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Keokuk Middle School

7.5/10

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About Keokuk High School

Keokuk High School is a public high school in Keokuk, IA, part of Keokuk Comm School District. Keokuk High School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Keokuk High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #989 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Keokuk High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below IA schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • IA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Keokuk High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

30% of students at Keokuk 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.5% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg-7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.1 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation12.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,701
Chronic Absenteeism30.1%

Keokuk High School — Students at Keokuk High School score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
67.3% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.2% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
59.5%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Keokuk High School Compares

See how Keokuk High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in IA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 1.7
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
12.8% participation·State avg: 1.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·42 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2285 Middle Rd, Keokuk, IA 52632

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keokuk High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Lee High School (rated 7.6/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Donnellson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Warsaw Sr High School (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Warsaw), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hamilton High School (rated 5.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hamilton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Keokuk, see our Keokuk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Keokuk Middle School Keokuk 0.1 mi 7.5
Torrence Elementary Keokuk 0.3 mi 3.0
Hawthorne Elementary School Keokuk 0.5 mi 4.9
KEOKUK CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Keokuk 0.8 mi 7.0
George Washington Elementary School Keokuk 1.0 mi 4.8
KEOKUK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Keokuk 1.5 mi 5.5
Hamilton High School Hamilton 2.8 mi 5.8
Hamilton Elementary School Hamilton 3.5 mi 7.4
Warsaw Elem School Warsaw 4.4 mi 5.2
Warsaw Sr High School Warsaw 4.4 mi 7.3
STS PETER & PAUL Nauvoo 9.7 mi 4.5
Nauvoo Elem School Nauvoo 11.2 mi 4.5
RUNNING FOX ELEM. Alexandria 10.6 mi 6.2
Central Lee Middle School Donnellson 13.0 mi 5.8
Central Lee Elementary School Donnellson 13.0 mi 6.2
Central Lee High School Donnellson 13.1 mi 7.6
Richardson Elementary School Fort Madison 14.9 mi 3.8
Fort Madison Middle School Fort Madison 15.3 mi 4.4
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Fort Madison 15.7 mi 6.6
Lincoln Elementary School Fort Madison 15.6 mi 2.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52632 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,547

Median Home Value

$108,400

Median Rent

$803/mo

Population

11,904

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

14.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Median Age

40.8

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Hampton-Dumont High School Hampton, IA 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keokuk High School

What grades does Keokuk High School serve?

Keokuk High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Keokuk High School?

Keokuk High School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Keokuk High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Keokuk High School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keokuk High School rank in IA?

Keokuk High School ranks #989 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Keokuk High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keokuk High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Keokuk High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keokuk High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Keokuk High School a charter school?

No, Keokuk High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Keokuk High School a Title I school?

No, Keokuk High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keokuk High School?

51.3% of students at Keokuk 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Lee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.1%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Keokuk Comm School District
District Enrollment
1,782
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,701
District Rank
#2 of 5

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