Serving 199 students in grades 5-8, Emmetsburg 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 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Emmetsburg Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Emmetsburg, IA, encompassing approximately 232.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the nearest edge and the furthest edge located 13.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmetsburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Emmetsburg Middle School's student population of 199 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
199 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Emmetsburg 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 Emmetsburg Middle School is 0.20, 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
#437 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Emmetsburg Middle School's ranking?
Emmetsburg Middle School is ranked #437 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Emmetsburg Middle School?
199 students attend Emmetsburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Emmetsburg Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmetsburg Middle School?
Emmetsburg Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emmetsburg Middle School offer ?
Emmetsburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmetsburg Middle School part of?
Emmetsburg Middle School is part of Emmetsburg Comm School District.
School Calendar
View the Emmetsburg Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 08, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break (No School)
March 09, 2027 (Tuesday)
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