Serving 1,081 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 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,081 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School serves the southern part of Dubuque, IA, covering an attendance area of approximately 171.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge being 16.5 miles away.
- 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 1,081 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,081 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
to develop respectful, responsible learners through a rigorous curriculum in a caring, diverse community.
School Rankings
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School is 0.34, 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
#515 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
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
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
5%
7%
White
81%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School's ranking?
Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School is ranked #515 out of 1,223 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?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
1,081 students attend Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% 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, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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