Average
#816 of 1,280 schools in IA
Orient-macksburg Senior High School
High School · Orient-Macksburg Comm School District
PO BOX 129 201 S. School St, Orient, IA 50858
Enrollment
54
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
54
Score
5.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#816 of 1,280
In Orient
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Orient-Macksburg Comm School District
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Orient-macksburg Senior High School
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About Orient-macksburg Senior High School
Orient-macksburg Senior High School is a public high school in Orient, IA, part of Orient-Macksburg Comm School District. Orient-macksburg Senior High School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades 7th-12th. Orient-macksburg Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #816 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Orient-macksburg Senior High School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- IA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Orient-macksburg Senior 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.
Orient-macksburg Senior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
41% of students at Orient-macksburg Senior 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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Orient-macksburg Senior High School — Students at Orient-macksburg Senior High School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 4.8/10.
How Orient-macksburg Senior High School Compares
See how Orient-macksburg Senior 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
PO BOX 129 201 S. School St, Orient, IA 50858
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orient-macksburg Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lenox High School (rated 7.8/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Lenox), which scores notably higher. Another option is Creston High School (rated 7.6/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Creston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Union Middle-High School (rated 7.2/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Afton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orient, see our Orient schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Orient Elementary School Orient | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Nodaway Valley Elementary School Greenfield | 8.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Nodaway Valley High School Greenfield | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Creston Middle School Creston | 8.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Creston Elementary School Creston | 8.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Creston High School Creston | 9.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Creston Early Childhood Center Creston | 9.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MAYFLOWER HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Creston | 9.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Creston | 10.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Nodaway Valley Middle School Fontanelle | 10.0 mi | 7.7 |
| East Union Elementary Afton | 17.2 mi | 8.9 |
| East Union Middle-High School Afton | 17.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Stuart Elementary School Stuart | 21.7 mi | 8.3 |
| West Central Valley High School Stuart | 21.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Lenox Elementary School Lenox | 23.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Lenox High School Lenox | 23.6 mi | 7.8 |
| CAM Elementary School Massena | 18.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Adair-Casey Elementary School Adair | 23.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Adair-Casey Jr. High School Adair | 23.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Dexter Elementary School Dexter | 24.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,182
Median Home Value
$140,500
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
808
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
86.3%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ruthven-Ayrshire High School Ruthven, IA | 5.3 |
| Diagonal Junior-Senior High School Diagonal, IA | 6.4 |
| HILLCREST ACADEMY Kalona, IA | 6.8 |
| Hamburg Charter High Schools Hamburg, IA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orient-macksburg Senior High School
What grades does Orient-macksburg Senior High School serve?
Orient-macksburg Senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Orient-macksburg Senior High School?
Orient-macksburg Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
How does Orient-macksburg Senior High School rank in IA?
Orient-macksburg Senior High School ranks #816 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Orient-macksburg Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orient-macksburg Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Orient-macksburg Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orient-macksburg Senior High School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Orient-macksburg Senior High School a charter school?
No, Orient-macksburg Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orient-macksburg Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Orient-macksburg Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orient-macksburg Senior High School?
59.3% of students at Orient-macksburg Senior 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Adair County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (641) 352-4800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
Orient-Macksburg Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 129
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,033
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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