Serving 259 students in grades 6-8, Creston 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 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Creston Middle School serves the eastern part of its school district in Creston, IA, encompassing an area of approximately 173.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary being about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creston Middle School's student population of 259 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creston 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 Creston Middle School is 0.22, 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
#727 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Middle School's ranking?
Creston Middle School is ranked #727 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 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Creston Middle School?
259 students attend Creston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Creston Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Creston Middle School?
Creston Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Creston Middle School offer ?
Creston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Creston Middle School part of?
Creston Middle School is part of Creston Comm School District.
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