Serving 198 students in grades 6-8, Aplington-parkersburg Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Aplington / Parkersburg Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Aplington, IA, encompassing approximately 163.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School's student population of 198 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aplington-parkersburg Middle School is 0.13, 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
#144 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aplington-parkersburg Middle School's ranking?
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School is ranked #144 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Aplington-parkersburg Middle School?
198 students attend Aplington-parkersburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Aplington-parkersburg Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aplington-parkersburg Middle School?
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aplington-parkersburg Middle School offer ?
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aplington-parkersburg Middle School part of?
Aplington-parkersburg Middle School is part of Aplington-Parkersburg Comm School District.
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