Serving 419 students in grades 5-8, Algona Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Algona Middle School serves the northwest part of Algona, IA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 382.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 12.2 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 21 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Algona Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Algona Middle School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Algona Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Algona Middle School is 0.23, 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
#376 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algona Middle School's ranking?
Algona Middle School is ranked #376 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Algona Middle School often compared to?
Algona Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Union Middle School, Ames Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Algona Middle School?
419 students attend Algona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Algona Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Algona Middle School?
Algona Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Algona Middle School offer ?
Algona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Algona Middle School part of?
Algona Middle School is part of Algona Comm School District.
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