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 (26-27)
- 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's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 227.7 square miles around Graettinger, IA. Most families in the zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17 miles.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 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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