Serving 210 students in grades 6-8, Dike-new Hartford Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dike-New Hartford Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 146.7 square miles in New Hartford, IA. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dike-new Hartford Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dike-new Hartford Junior High School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
210 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dike-new Hartford Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dike-new Hartford Junior High School is 0.13, 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
#75 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Dike-new Hartford Junior High School's ranking?
Dike-new Hartford Junior High School is ranked #75 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Dike-new Hartford Junior High School?
210 students attend Dike-new Hartford Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dike-new Hartford Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dike-new Hartford Junior High School?
Dike-new Hartford Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dike-new Hartford Junior High School offer ?
Dike-new Hartford Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dike-new Hartford Junior High School part of?
Dike-new Hartford Junior High School is part of Dike-New Hartford Comm School District.
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