Serving 1,004 students in grades 8-9, Northview Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,004 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northview Middle School's student population of 1,004 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,004 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northview Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northview Middle School is 0.32, 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
#65 out of 1221 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
5%
7%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Northview Middle School's ranking?
Northview Middle School is ranked #65 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Northview Middle School often compared to?
Northview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bondurant - Farrar Middle School, Southview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Northview Middle School?
1,004 students attend Northview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Northview Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northview Middle School?
Northview Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northview Middle School offer ?
Northview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview Middle School part of?
Northview Middle School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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