Serving 1,092 students in grades 6-8, East Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Middle School's student population of 1,092 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,092 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Middle School is 0.59, which is more 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
#781 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
12%
Black
6%
7%
White
59%
73%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 East Middle School's ranking?
East Middle School is ranked #781 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Middle School often compared to?
East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School, North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend East Middle School?
1,092 students attend East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of East Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Middle School?
East Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Middle School offer ?
East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Middle School part of?
East Middle School is part of Sioux City Comm School District.
School Reviews
2 5/16/2011
It is common knowledge in Sioux City that this is the worst of all middle and high schools. (unless of course you are a second or third generation Raider) Even the recent change in administration has had little impact on the lack of fair and equitable opportunities for all students. The self-serving attitudes of the administration and most of the faculty and staff has lasting, negative implications for students. Do not consider this school for your children.
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