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#477 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 37% in state

Moc-floyd Valley High School

High School · MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District

PO BOX 615 615 8th St SE, Orange City, IA 51041

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#477 of 1,280

In Orange City

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Moc-floyd Valley High School

7.1/10

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

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About Moc-floyd Valley High School

Moc-floyd Valley High School is a public high school in Orange City, IA, part of MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District. Moc-floyd Valley High School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Moc-floyd Valley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #477 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Moc-floyd Valley High School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above IA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • IA avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83.8% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.8% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.7 pts
Overall Proficiency85% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)82% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,790
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Moc-floyd Valley High School — Students at Moc-floyd Valley High School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 82%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 85.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
67.3% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 87.8% (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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2025
Math
83.8%
ELA
85.8%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Moc-floyd Valley High School Compares

See how Moc-floyd Valley High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
63th percentile in IA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

PO BOX 615 615 8th St SE, Orange City, IA 51041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moc-floyd Valley High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Boyden-Hull High School (rated 7.5/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Hull), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Hull), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Sioux Center High School (rated 5.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux Center), a more accessible option. For more schools in Orange City, see our Orange City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ORANGE CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange City 0.8 mi 5.5
MOC-Floyd Valley Elementary School Orange City 0.9 mi 9.3
UNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Orange City 1.2 mi 5.2
SPALDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton 1.9 mi 7.9
SPAULDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton 1.9 mi 6.7
MOC-Floyd Valley Middle School Alton 2.0 mi 8.8
Kinsey Elementary School Sioux Center 7.7 mi 7.2
Sioux Center High School Sioux Center 8.3 mi 5.7
Sioux Center Middle School Sioux Center 8.5 mi 6.9
Sioux Center Intermediate School Sioux Center 8.6 mi 8.4
Boyden-Hull Elementary School Boyden 13.5 mi 7.8
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Remsen 13.6 mi 7.1
Remsen-Union Elementary School Remsen 13.8 mi 9.4
Remsen-Union Middle School Remsen 13.8 mi 6.9
Boyden-Hull High School Hull 13.9 mi 7.5
HULL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hull 14.0 mi 5.6
WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Hull 14.1 mi 6.1
HULL PROTESTANT REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hull 14.0 mi 3.8
TRINITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Hull 14.5 mi 5.3
GEHLEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Le Mars 15.1 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 51041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,115

Median Home Value

$253,600

Median Rent

$808/mo

Population

7,173

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

72.8%

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moc-floyd Valley High School

What grades does Moc-floyd Valley High School serve?

Moc-floyd Valley High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Moc-floyd Valley High School?

Moc-floyd Valley High School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moc-floyd Valley High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Moc-floyd Valley High School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Moc-floyd Valley High School rank in IA?

Moc-floyd Valley High School ranks #477 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Moc-floyd Valley High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Moc-floyd Valley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Moc-floyd Valley High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Moc-floyd Valley High School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Moc-floyd Valley High School a charter school?

No, Moc-floyd Valley High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Moc-floyd Valley High School a Title I school?

No, Moc-floyd Valley High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moc-floyd Valley High School?

23.6% of students at Moc-floyd Valley 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sioux County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District
District Enrollment
1,544
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,790
District Rank
#3 of 3

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