Serving 48 students in grades 6-8, Graettinger-terril 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Graettinger-Terril Middle School serves the entire district of Graettinger, IA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 227.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Graettinger-terril Middle School's student population of 48 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
48 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Graettinger-terril 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 Graettinger-terril Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1018 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graettinger-terril Middle School's ranking?
Graettinger-terril Middle School is ranked #1018 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Graettinger-terril Middle School?
48 students attend Graettinger-terril Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Graettinger-terril Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graettinger-terril Middle School?
Graettinger-terril Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Graettinger-terril Middle School offer ?
Graettinger-terril Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Graettinger-terril Middle School part of?
Graettinger-terril Middle School is part of Graettinger-Terril Comm School District.
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