Decorah High School

Decorah High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
100 E Claiborne Dr,  Decorah, IA
Decorah Community School District
4.0
569 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1320
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
89%
Reading Proficiency
90%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
90%
Math Proficiency
89%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
39
Full Time Teachers
39
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1320
Math
650
Verbal
670
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
28
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
78%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
7
Equity
10
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
88.6%
Science
80.8%
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
575:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.5%
Female
47.5%
White
89.6%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
2.5%
Asian
<1%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 153 Students
University of Northern Iowa 106 Students
Iowa State University 100 Students
Luther College 81 Students
Drake University 37 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 36 Students
Northeast Iowa Community College - Calmar 35 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 34 Students
St. Olaf College 33 Students
Macalester College 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 44 Students
Biology 43 Students
Nursing 37 Students
Business 34 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 24 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 22 Students
Political Science and Government 20 Students
Elementary Education 20 Students
Environmental Science 18 Students
Chemistry 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 117 Reviews
4.0 Senior
9/30/2025
I have overall had a very positive experience at Decorah. The main pros are great academics and a focus on being a well-rounded person. The main cons are the administration and the lack of opportunities because we are a small school. Great school that has prepared me well for college, just not a lot of emphasis on having 'fun'
3.0 Senior
9/13/2024
I have not had the best experience with the Decorah Community School District. "The Decorah Way" sets unrealistic expectations of their students. While it is good to be pushed and encouraged, DCSD pushes students too hard, and is not understanding when they reach their breaking point. They are more focused on their image than students.
5.0 Sophomore
10/19/2022
We are given many opportunities to learn in many different classes. I love the staff and many people in the student body.
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Decorah High School

Decorah High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Decorah, IA, in the Decorah neighborhood, and is served by the Decorah Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 569 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 89% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 90% are proficient in reading. Decorah High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1320 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $313,993. Discover additional schools in the area, like Crossroads Academy, Decorah Middle School, St. Benedict Catholic School, and more. Learn more about what Decorah has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Decorah High School.

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