Serving 537 students in grades 7-8, Dc-g Oak View ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: DC-G Meadows' attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Grimes, IA, covering approximately 79.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc-g Oak View's student population of 537 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dc-g Oak View ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dc-g Oak View is 0.26, 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
#273 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dc-g Oak View's ranking?
Dc-g Oak View is ranked #273 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Dc-g Oak View often compared to?
Dc-g Oak Viewis often viewed alongside schools like Johnston Middle School, Urbandale Middle School, Prairieview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Dc-g Oak View?
537 students attend Dc-g Oak View.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dc-g Oak View students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dc-g Oak View?
Dc-g Oak View has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dc-g Oak View offer ?
Dc-g Oak View offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dc-g Oak View part of?
Dc-g Oak View is part of Dallas Center-Grimes Comm School District.
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