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Very Good

#400 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 31% 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

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Orange City

#1 of 2

public schools

Iowa high schools

#70 of 334

In district

#2 of 3

MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Very strong

About Moc-floyd Valley High School

MOC-Floyd Valley High School serves 496 students in grades 9-12 in Orange City, Iowa, earning recognition as one of the state's stronger academic performers. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranking 183rd out of 1,288 Iowa high schools, the school places in the 86th percentile statewide. The school demonstrates solid academic achievement with 83% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and 78% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics.

These results reflect the school's commitment to educational excellence, supported by 34 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain a manageable student-teacher ratio of 14.6 to 1. Students at MOC-Floyd Valley benefit from attending school in a community that values education, with 43% of local residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood in the 51041 ZIP code reflects economic stability, with a median household income of $80,625 and a low poverty rate of just 7%.

Median home values of $231,100 indicate a well-established residential area. Located in the town setting of Orange City in Sioux County, MOC-Floyd Valley High School serves a community of approximately 7,000 residents who have created an environment conducive to academic success and student development.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Above Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78%
Reading/ELA Proficiency83%
Math vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency81%
Expected (poverty-adj.)78%
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,883

Moc-floyd Valley High School — Students at Moc-floyd Valley High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 78%).

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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 81.7%
School
State
67.3%
ELA Proficiency 84.1%
School
State
74.2%

Based on 13 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
82%
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: 6.3/10.

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
69th percentile in IA
Academic
8.4/10
8.4/10
Growth
6.3/10
Above average
Environment
5.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

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. Sioux Center High School (rated 6.6/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux Center), with a comparable rating. Another option is Boyden-Hull High School (rated 6.4/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Hull), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Hull), with a comparable rating. 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 6.1
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 7.8
Kinsey Elementary School Sioux Center 7.7 mi 8.1
Sioux Center High School Sioux Center 8.3 mi 6.6
Sioux Center Middle School Sioux Center 8.5 mi 7.0
Sioux Center Intermediate School Sioux Center 8.6 mi 7.7
Boyden-Hull Elementary School Boyden 13.5 mi 7.6
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Remsen 13.6 mi 7.1
Remsen-Union Elementary School Remsen 13.8 mi 8.1
Remsen-Union Middle School Remsen 13.8 mi 7.2
Boyden-Hull High School Hull 13.9 mi 6.4
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Moc-floyd Valley High School has a median household income of $84,115. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $253,600, with a median rent of $808/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ADM Senior High School Adel, IA 7.1
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Wilton Jr-Sr High School Wilton, IA 7.1
Waukon High School Waukon, IA 7.0
Grinnell Community Senior High School Grinnell, IA 7.2
West Burlington Arnold Jr./Sr. High School West Burlington, IA 6.9

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 is ranked #400 out of 1,280 schools in IA.

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

Moc-floyd Valley High School has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Moc-floyd Valley High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Moc-floyd Valley High School has 81.7% math proficiency and 84.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Low (233/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Orange City). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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