Serving 224 students in grades 7-12, Gmg Secondary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gmg Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gmg Secondary School's student population of 224 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gmg Secondary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gmg Secondary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
7%
White
91%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Gmg Secondary School's ranking?
Gmg Secondary School is ranked #509 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Gmg Secondary School often compared to?
Gmg Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshalltown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gmg Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Gmg Secondary School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gmg Secondary School?
224 students attend Gmg Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gmg Secondary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gmg Secondary School?
Gmg Secondary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gmg Secondary School offer ?
Gmg Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gmg Secondary School part of?
Gmg Secondary School is part of Gmg Comm School District.
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