Serving 347 students in grades 5-8, Greene County 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 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 15% 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: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greene County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Jefferson, IA, covering approximately 382.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 14.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greene County Middle School's student population of 347 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greene County 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 Greene County Middle School is 0.27, 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
#741 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
85%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greene County Middle School's ranking?
Greene County Middle School is ranked #741 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Greene County Middle School?
347 students attend Greene County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Greene County Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greene County Middle School?
Greene County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greene County Middle School offer ?
Greene County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greene County Middle School part of?
Greene County Middle School is part of Greene County Comm School District.
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