Creston High School

Creston High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
601 W Townline St,  Creston, IA
Creston Community School District
3.5
2.7
509 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
65%
Reading Proficiency
80%
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
80%
Math Proficiency
65%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
31
Full Time Teachers
31
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.7%
College Prep
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
22
Reading
24
Science
22
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
71.3%
Science
72.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
260:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
White
88.5%
Hispanic
6.6%
Two or more races
2.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Black
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Southwestern Community College - Iowa 91 Students
University of Iowa 87 Students
Iowa State University 83 Students
Northwest Missouri State University 71 Students
University of Northern Iowa 58 Students
Drake University 38 Students
Simpson College 26 Students
Buena Vista University 26 Students
Grand View University 22 Students
Des Moines Area Community College 21 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 28 Students
Nursing 18 Students
Elementary Education 17 Students
Psychology 15 Students
Animal Sciences and Husbandry 13 Students
Biology 11 Students
Education 11 Students
Marketing 8 Students
Agricultural Business 7 Students
Art Teacher Education 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 77 Reviews
3.0 Senior
6/22/2025
Creston High School is an "okay" school for academics. However it is a school that prioritizes a failing football team over the arts program that consistently wins. As a member of the arts program at Creston High School, I feel constantly undermined and uncared for. However, despite the setback I have found room to thrive and win awards.
5.0 Alum
7/11/2024
I am getting ready to start my first year in college and feel prepared academically and socially to make this transition. I feel that Creston High School did a great job preparing me.
5.0 Senior
7/11/2024
I have enjoyed my time at Creston High School and feel that it has prepared me for post secondary readiness.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 3 Reviews
1.0 parent
6/17/2022
I'm now a sophomore and I can't stand it here don't recommend 0/10 I already want to drop out
5.0 other
4/3/2012
I was superintendent of schools in creston for two years 1976-78. I accepted a buyout to leave the district because the high school principal was inept and I was not able to get him terminated. Evidendly he has retired and good instruction is now in place. Bob Lowe Ph.D.
2.0 student
10/26/2007

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Creston High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Creston, IA, in the Creston neighborhood, and is served by the Creston Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 509 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 65% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 80% are proficient in reading. Creston High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 22. The average home value in this area is $156,559. Discover additional schools in the area, like Creston Middle School, Diagonal Junior/Senior High School, Mayflower Heritage Christian, and more. Learn more about what Creston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Creston High School.

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