Serving 255 students in grades 5-8, Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Garner, IA, encompassing approximately 201.3 square miles. The zone typically has a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to its edge and a maximum distance of 12.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School's student population of 255 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School is 0.22, 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
#285 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School's ranking?
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School is ranked #285 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School?
255 students attend Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School?
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School offer ?
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School part of?
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School is part of Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Comm School District.
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