Serving 335 students in grades 5-8, Anamosa Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anamosa Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Anamosa school district, encompassing approximately 133.1 square miles in Anamosa, IA. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anamosa Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anamosa Middle 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 Anamosa Middle School is 0.20, 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
#825 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
89%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anamosa Middle School's ranking?
Anamosa Middle School is ranked #825 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Anamosa Middle School often compared to?
Anamosa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Anamosa Middle School?
335 students attend Anamosa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Anamosa Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anamosa Middle School?
Anamosa Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anamosa Middle School offer ?
Anamosa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anamosa Middle School part of?
Anamosa Middle School is part of Anamosa Comm School District.
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