Serving 545 students in grades 7-8, North Central Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Central Junior High School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Central Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Central Junior High School is 0.45, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
11%
7%
White
73%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central Junior High School's ranking?
North Central Junior High School is ranked #356 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Central Junior High School often compared to?
North Central Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend North Central Junior High School?
545 students attend North Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of North Central Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central Junior High School?
North Central Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Central Junior High School offer ?
North Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Central Junior High School part of?
North Central Junior High School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
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