Serving 1,063 students in grades 6-8, Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,063 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School's student population of 1,063 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,063 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#445 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School's ranking?
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School is ranked #445 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School often compared to?
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School?
1,063 students attend Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School?
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School offer ?
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School part of?
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School is part of Dubuque Comm School District.
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