Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Bunger 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 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bunger Middle School serves the eastern part of Evansdale, IA, covering an area of approximately 25.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bunger Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bunger 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 Bunger Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1042 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
18%
7%
White
42%
70%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunger Middle School's ranking?
Bunger Middle School is ranked #1042 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bunger Middle School often compared to?
Bunger Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School, Hoover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bunger Middle School?
440 students attend Bunger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Bunger Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bunger Middle School?
Bunger Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bunger Middle School offer ?
Bunger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bunger Middle School part of?
Bunger Middle School is part of Waterloo Comm School District.
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