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Roland-Story High School

Public Grades 9-12

15^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 340 Iowa High Schools

Better than 96% of Iowa high schools

Summary

Roland-Story High School is a public high school located in Story City, Iowa, serving 344 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Roland-Story Community School District, which is ranked 6th out of 313 districts in Iowa and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Roland-Story High School consistently performs exceptionally well on the Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP) tests, with over 80% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science across all grade levels, significantly outperforming the state averages. The school also maintains high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 87.5% to 99.0% over the past few years, consistently exceeding the state average. While the school has seen some fluctuations in chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 11.8% to 23.4%, it is still lower than the state average, indicating a relatively engaged student population. Additionally, the school has a relatively low percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 17.54% to 19.77%, suggesting a more affluent student population compared to the state.

Compared to nearby schools, Gilbert High School and South Hamilton Middle and High School also demonstrate exceptional performance, with even higher proficiency rates and graduation rates. However, Roland-Story High School's consistent high performance, low student-teacher ratio, and relatively low chronic absenteeism make it a standout institution in the region. Continued focus on addressing chronic absenteeism and supporting students from diverse backgrounds could further enhance the school's already impressive outcomes.

317

Students ?

15.2

Student/teacher ratio ?

$12,856

Per pupil spending ?

18%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1009 Story St
Story City, IA 50248

(515) 733-4329

District: Roland-Story Community School District

Feeder schools for Roland-Story High School:

Elementary:	Roland-Story Elementary School
Middle:	Roland-Story Middle School

Racial breakdown:

White:

91.8%

Hispanic:

4.1%

African American:

1.6%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 96th percentile in 2015 → 96th in 2025

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Iowa average (86% vs 69% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 4% of Iowa high schools

✓98% graduate in 4 years — above the Iowa average (89%)

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school86%

District avg86%

Iowa avg69%

15^th of 340

Iowa public high schools ?

Top 4%▬ steady since 2015

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

6^th of 313Roland-Story Community School District among Iowa districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Iowa percentile	Rating
2025	84.8	15 of 340	95.6%	★★★★★
2024	84.8	15 of 338	95.6%	★★★★★
2023	85.7	21 of 336	93.8%	★★★★★
2022	85.0	26 of 332	92.2%	★★★★★
2021	80.5	35 of 327	89.3%	★★★★☆
2019	80.0	41 of 327	87.5%	★★★★☆
2018	76.1	58 of 320	81.9%	★★★★☆
2017	64.4	121 of 325	62.8%	★★★☆☆
2016	42.5	211 of 320	34.1%	★★☆☆☆
2015	84.3	14 of 324	95.7%	★★★★★
2014	74.8	74 of 322	77.0%	★★★★☆
2013	72.4	71 of 351	79.8%	★★★★☆
2012	75.2	59 of 351	83.2%	★★★★☆

By subject vs Iowa (2024-2025) ?

English Language Arts88%+14 vs state

Science85%+18 vs state

Mathematics84%+18 vs state

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Schools Near Roland-Story High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				ISASP English Language Arts (2025)							ISASP Mathematics (2025)							ISASP Science (2025)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	ISASP English Language Arts 5th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 6th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 7th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 8th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 9th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 10th Grade	ISASP English Language Arts 11th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 5th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 6th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 7th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 8th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 9th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 10th Grade	ISASP Mathematics 11th Grade	ISASP Science 5th Grade	ISASP Science 8th Grade	ISASP Science 10th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Roland-Story High School	Public	9-12	1009 Story St	Story City	50248	Story County	Roland-Story Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 733-4329	317	21	15.2	18.0%	291 (91.8%)	5 (1.6%)	13 (4.1%)	1 (0.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.6%)	84.8	15^th of 340 public high schools	95.6%		84.8	15^th of 338 public high schools	95.6%						89.4	90.5	83.1					83.3	84.5	84.5			84.5	$12,856	$97	$12,759
Gilbert High School	Public	9-12	312 Gretten	Gilbert	50105	Story County	Gilbert Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 232-3738	509	33	15.2	5.7%	440 (86.4%)	10 (2.0%)	28 (5.5%)	18 (3.5%)	3 (0.6%)	1 (0.2%)	8 (1.6%)	91.1	4^th of 340 public high schools	98.8%		94.3	3^rd of 338 public high schools	99.1%	1					94.4	94.6	93.0					83.2	90.0	86.8			92.3	$13,554	$195	$13,359
South Hamilton Middle And High School	Public	7-12	315 Division St	Jewell	50130	Hamilton County	South Hamilton Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 827-5418	300	23	13.0	27.3%	248 (82.7%)	1 (0.3%)	38 (12.7%)	1 (0.3%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (3.7%)	79.5	35^th of 340 public high schools	89.7%		77	46^th of 338 public high schools	86.4%	11			83.3	88.9	89.4	90.9	85.2			72.9	86.7	70.2	76.4	81.5		88.9	85.5	$14,740	$192	$14,548
Ames High School	Public	9-12	1801 Ridgewood Drive	Ames	50010	Story County	Ames Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 817-0600	1,440	82	17.5	29.9%	919 (63.8%)	145 (10.1%)	171 (11.9%)	113 (7.8%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	76 (5.3%)	61.9	144^th of 340 public high schools	57.6%		62.6	132^nd of 338 public high schools	60.9%	12					77.7	77.6	74.8					73.0	73.5	75.4			72.9	$11,820	$335	$11,486
Nevada High School	Public	9-12	1001 15th St	Nevada	50201	Story County	Nevada Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 382-3521	498	32	15.5	36.5%	402 (80.7%)	4 (0.8%)	60 (12.0%)	5 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (5.0%)	56	172^nd of 340 public high schools	49.4%		48.1	206^th of 338 public high schools	39.1%	34					85.1	72.2	74.0					70.2	66.1	70.7			68.4	$17,734	$550	$17,184
Boone High School	Public	9-12	400 7th St	Boone	50036	Boone County	Boone Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 433-0890	704	51	13.9	30.7%	601 (85.4%)	10 (1.4%)	57 (8.1%)	2 (0.3%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	29 (4.1%)	56.5	168^th of 340 public high schools	50.6%		44.3	224^th of 338 public high schools	33.7%	56					86.2	82.5	58.1					70.4	71.9	57.5			77.8	$15,367	$528	$14,838
Colo-NESCO Middle/High School	Public	5-12	919 West St	Colo	50056	Story County	Colo-NESCO Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(641) 377-2282	216	20	10.8	42.6%	194 (89.8%)	1 (0.5%)	11 (5.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (4.2%)	51.9	191^st of 340 public high schools	43.8%		71.8	81^st of 338 public high schools	76.0%	110	64.3	91.7	72.7	71.4	77.3	78.3	76.7	78.6	79.2	81.8	62.9	50.0	69.6	70.0	60.7	57.1	68.2	$15,098	$523	$14,575
Ballard High School	Public	9-12	701 Ballard Drive	Huxley	50124	Story County	Ballard Community School District	No	(n/a)	No	No	(515) 597-2971	586	37	15.8	15.4%	544 (92.8%)	10 (1.7%)	24 (4.1%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.3%)	2 (0.3%)	4 (0.7%)	73.1	68^th of 340 public high schools	80.0%		75.5	57^th of 338 public high schools	83.1%	11					85.9	82.2	76.4					79.6	80.9	82.9			71.7	$13,456	$266	$13,189

Frequently Asked Questions about Roland-Story High School

What is the racial makeup of Roland-Story High School?

Students at Roland-Story High School are 92% White, 4% Hispanic, 2% African American, 2% Two or more races.

What schools feed into Roland-Story High School?

Roland-Story High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Roland-Story Elementary School
Middle : Roland-Story Middle School

Is Roland-Story High School a good school?

Yes! Roland-Story High School is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 15^th of 340 Iowa high schools.

What district is Roland-Story High School in?

Roland-Story Community School District

How many students attend Roland-Story High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 317 students attended Roland-Story High School.

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2024–25 graduation ratesJun 13, 2026

2024–25 ISASP test scoresAug 20, 2025

2023–24 graduation ratesApr 1, 2025

2017–18 through 2023–24 attendance dataNov 15, 2024

SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Iowa Department of Education.

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