Serving 420 students in grades 5-8, Grinnell Community Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Grinnell Community Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Grinnell, IA, encompassing approximately 221.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grinnell Community Middle School's student population of 420 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grinnell Community Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grinnell Community 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
#420 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
70%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grinnell Community Middle School's ranking?
Grinnell Community Middle School is ranked #420 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Grinnell Community Middle School often compared to?
Grinnell Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Tama County Elementary School, South Tama County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Grinnell Community Middle School?
420 students attend Grinnell Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Grinnell Community Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grinnell Community Middle School?
Grinnell Community Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grinnell Community Middle School offer ?
Grinnell Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grinnell Community Middle School part of?
Grinnell Community Middle School is part of Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District.
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