Serving 653 students in grades 7-8, Indian Hills Junior High 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 77% (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 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Hills Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Indian Hills Junior High School's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 23, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Indian Hills Junior High 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 Indian Hills Junior High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#432 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
23%
13%
Black
12%
7%
White
51%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Hills Junior High School's ranking?
Indian Hills Junior High School is ranked #432 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Indian Hills Junior High School often compared to?
Indian Hills Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbandale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% 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 Indian Hills Junior High School?
653 students attend Indian Hills Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Indian Hills Junior High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Hills Junior High School?
Indian Hills Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Hills Junior High School offer ?
Indian Hills Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Hills Junior High School part of?
Indian Hills Junior High School is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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