North High School
1,458
Students
22.1:1
S:T Ratio
School Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance1,010
B
20
B-
10
B+
24%
C
22:1
C+
67%
B+
45%
B-
35%
C+
This Week at North – July 26, 2026
195 students practicing on Varsity Tutors
Academic Resources
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Standardized Test Dates
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National Tests
August 7, 2026
SAT — National
August 11, 2026
SAT — National
August 14, 2026
ACT — National
August 22, 2026
SAT — National
August 28, 2026
SAT — National
September 1, 2026
ACT — National
State Assessments
September 14, 2026 – October 30, 2026
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Phase 1
November 2, 2026 – December 18, 2026
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Phase 2
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
Alt ELPA Summative
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Spring Phase 1
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
ELPA21 Summative
March 29, 2027 – May 21, 2027
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Spring Phase 2
After North High
Where graduates go and what they studyIowa State University
University of Iowa
Des Moines Area Community College
Drake University
University of Northern Iowa
Grand View University
Simpson College
Central College
Nursing
Biology
Business
Pre-Medicine Studies
Psychology
Computer Science
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Pre-Law Studies
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