Serving 132 students in grades 5-8, Bcluw Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 9% 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: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BCLUW Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Union, IA, covering approximately 182.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bcluw Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bcluw Middle School's student population of 132 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
132 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bcluw 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 Bcluw 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
#360 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bcluw Middle School's ranking?
Bcluw Middle School is ranked #360 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bcluw Middle School?
132 students attend Bcluw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bcluw Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bcluw Middle School?
Bcluw Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bcluw Middle School offer ?
Bcluw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bcluw Middle School part of?
Bcluw Middle School is part of BCLUW Comm School District.
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