Serving 765 students in grades 6-8, Fort Dodge Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Dodge Middle School serves the southwest area of Fort Dodge, IA, encompassing approximately 19.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Dodge Middle School's student population of 765 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
765 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Dodge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Dodge Middle School is 0.52, which is more 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
#1066 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 Fort Dodge Middle School's ranking?
Fort Dodge Middle School is ranked #1066 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Fort Dodge Middle School?
765 students attend Fort Dodge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Fort Dodge Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Dodge Middle School?
Fort Dodge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fort Dodge Middle School offer ?
Fort Dodge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Dodge Middle School part of?
Fort Dodge Middle School is part of Fort Dodge Comm School District.
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