Serving 670 students in grades 7-9, Peet Junior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peet Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Peet Junior High School's student population of 670 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peet Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peet Junior High School is 0.29, 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
#162 out of 1221 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
4%
7%
White
84%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peet Junior High School's ranking?
Peet Junior High School is ranked #162 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Peet Junior High School often compared to?
Peet Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Peet Junior High School?
670 students attend Peet Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Peet Junior High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peet Junior High School?
Peet Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peet Junior High School offer ?
Peet Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peet Junior High School part of?
Peet Junior High School is part of Cedar Falls Comm School District.
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