Serving 586 students in grades 5-8, Boone Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boone Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Boone, IA, covering approximately 74.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boone Middle School's student population of 586 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Boone 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 Boone 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
#910 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boone Middle School's ranking?
Boone Middle School is ranked #910 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Boone Middle School?
586 students attend Boone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Boone Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boone Middle School?
Boone Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boone Middle School offer ?
Boone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boone Middle School part of?
Boone Middle School is part of Boone Comm School District.
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