Ballard High School
- Public
- HUXLEY, IA
Public School
Ballard High School
- grade B+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- HUXLEY, IA
- Rating 3.76 out of 5 118 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Diversitygrade C
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade B
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A minus
- Administrationgrade B minus
- Sportsgrade A
- Foodgrade B minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B minus
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
87%
Percent Proficient - Math
77%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1250
14 responses
Average ACT
25
111 responses
AP Enrollment
9%
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- Cost of Livinggrade B+
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade A
Median Household Income
$111,520
National
$69,021Median Rent
$955
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$240,000
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
92%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 13 responsesPoll
77%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 13 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade C
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
494
Free or Reduced Lunch
16%
92%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 12 responses92%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 12 responses92%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 12 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$64,806
Teachers in First/Second Year
3%
69%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 13 responses85%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 13 responses77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 13 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A minus
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
Expenses Per Student
$12,587 / year
National
$12,23967%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 18 responses33%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 18 responses78%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 18 responsesSimilar Schools
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Ballard High School Reviews
Rating 3.76 out of 5 118 reviews
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Ballard is awesome! Located in Huxley, IA, it is a small school district with an estimated 500+ students. It is located between two large metro schools, Des Moines, IA (the state capital) and Ames, IA (Iowa State is located). Considered a small school but so big in so many ways with lots of heart. There I can be an athlete for multiple sports and know my teachers on an individual basis.
I have played football for ten years through the different programs and wrestling for the last ten years. I have had the opportunity to be on varsity teams lettering multiple years. During that time I have received awards and letters from my coaches and teachers giving me compliments on my accomplishments.
Ballard has so many other opportunities for students that don't want to participate in sports as Ballard is strong in many extracurricular activities. One of the best parts is they offer honor classes and the ability to take classes at the local community college DMACC. A great education!
I have played football for ten years through the different programs and wrestling for the last ten years. I have had the opportunity to be on varsity teams lettering multiple years. During that time I have received awards and letters from my coaches and teachers giving me compliments on my accomplishments.
Ballard has so many other opportunities for students that don't want to participate in sports as Ballard is strong in many extracurricular activities. One of the best parts is they offer honor classes and the ability to take classes at the local community college DMACC. A great education!
I loved the atmosphere in band and speech! However, sometimes certain teachers didn't cater to the specific needs of the individuals in their classes, making it difficult for their students to fully understand the subject. On the other hand, most of the teachers were amazing and you can tell they really love their jobs!
Ballard is a great place for students to be able to learn and grow as individuals. The school is not a large school where you can get lost, but it is also not a tiny school. The school offers tons of diversity in arts as well as in the athletic department. Ballard also allows for students to take college level courses at ISU and DMACC for free of charge as long as the student passes. This allows for students to gain college credit to help them before their college careers begin.