The Hartley–Melvin–Sanborn High School is a rural public high school located in Hartley, Iowa. It is part of the Hartley–Melvin–Sanborn Community School District. The school's mascot is the Hawk and athletic competitions take place in the War Eagle Conference.
Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School's student population of 208 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School's ranking?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School is ranked #447 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School?
The graduation rate of Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School?
208 students attend Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School offer ?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School part of?
Hartley-melvin-sanborn High School is part of Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Comm School District.
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