What grades does Hempstead High School serve?

Hempstead High School is a High school serving students in Dubuque, IA. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Hempstead High School located?

Hempstead High School is located at Dubuque, IA in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hempstead High School?

Hempstead High School has a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1.

What schools are in Dubuque, IA?

Dubuque, IA is served by the local school district. Hempstead High School is one of the High schools in the area.

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Dubuque, IA 52002

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,549

Student:Teacher

15.3:1

Locale

Urban

District

Dubuque Comm School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

36.2%

Phone

(563)552-5200

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

71%

50th percentile in IA

Math Proficiency

64%

43th percentile in IA

Graduation Rate

80%

Chronic Absenteeism

29.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

14 courses offered

287 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

179 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

151 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

254 test takers

Athletics

21 sports, 52 teams

856 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1

Near average in IA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,684

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

109.46

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,489

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,057

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,403

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 8%State 53%Local 39%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$266,271

+6.2% 1yr+37.1% 5yr

Dubuque, IA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.0%

Below 150% poverty line

4.1%

Unemployment rate

3.4%

Uninsured residents

6.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,858

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,760

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,499

Current enrollment

Declining(-13% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Hempstead High School

Enrollment at Hempstead High School stands at 1,549 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.

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