Bettendorf Middle School serves 1,088 students in grades 6-8.
Bettendorf Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,088 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bettendorf Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bettendorf Middle School's student population of 1,088 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,088 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Bettendorf Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Bettendorf Middle School is 0.46, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a

Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
11%
12%

Black
9%
7%

White
72%
74%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettendorf Middle School's ranking?
Bettendorf Middle School is ranked #256 out of 1,221 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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Bettendorf Middle School?
1,088 students attend Bettendorf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bettendorf Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bettendorf Middle School?
Bettendorf Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettendorf Middle School offer ?
Bettendorf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bettendorf Middle School part of?
Bettendorf Middle School is part of Bettendorf Community School District.
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