Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Carlisle 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 67% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlisle Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Carlisle school district, covering approximately 75 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlisle Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Character, Service, and Excellence in Everything We Do
School Rankings
Carlisle 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 Carlisle Middle School is 0.38, 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
#677 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 Carlisle Middle School's ranking?
Carlisle Middle School is ranked #677 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Carlisle Middle School often compared to?
Carlisle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlisle Elementary School, Carlisle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% 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 Carlisle Middle School?
518 students attend Carlisle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Carlisle Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlisle Middle School?
Carlisle Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carlisle Middle School offer ?
Carlisle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carlisle Middle School part of?
Carlisle Middle School is part of Carlisle Comm School District.
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