Serving 412 students in grades 5-6, Aldo Leopold Intermediate 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 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School's student population of 412 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1104 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
15%
7%
White
61%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Aldo Leopold Intermediate School's ranking?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is ranked #1104 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Aldo Leopold Intermediate School often compared to?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward Stone Middle School, Mediapolis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Aldo Leopold Intermediate School?
412 students attend Aldo Leopold Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Aldo Leopold Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aldo Leopold Intermediate School?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aldo Leopold Intermediate School offer ?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aldo Leopold Intermediate School part of?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is part of Burlington Comm School District.
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