Serving 153 students in grades 7-8, Albia Middle 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Albia Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Albia, IA, encompassing approximately 338.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Albia Middle School's student population of 153 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albia Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albia Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albia Middle School's ranking?
Albia Middle School is ranked #336 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Albia Middle School?
153 students attend Albia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Albia Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albia Middle School?
Albia Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albia Middle School offer ?
Albia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albia Middle School part of?
Albia Middle School is part of Albia Comm School District.
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