Serving 256 students in grades 5-8, Camanche 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 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 13% 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: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Camanche Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Camanche, IA, encompassing approximately 37.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Camanche Middle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Camanche 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 Camanche Middle School is 0.24, 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
#642 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camanche Middle School's ranking?
Camanche Middle School is ranked #642 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Camanche Middle School?
256 students attend Camanche Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Camanche Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camanche Middle School?
Camanche Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Camanche Middle School offer ?
Camanche Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Camanche Middle School part of?
Camanche Middle School is part of Camanche Comm School District.
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