Serving 386 students in grades 5-8, Charles City 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 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles City Middle School's student population of 386 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Engage, Empower, Inspire
School Rankings
Charles City 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 Charles City Middle School is 0.42, 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
#833 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
10%
7%
White
75%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles City Middle School's ranking?
Charles City Middle School is ranked #833 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Charles City Middle School often compared to?
Charles City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Springs Middle School, Charles City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Charles City Middle School?
386 students attend Charles City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Charles City Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles City Middle School?
Charles City Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles City Middle School offer ?
Charles City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles City Middle School part of?
Charles City Middle School is part of Charles City Comm School District.
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