Serving 1,161 students in grades 8-9, Johnston Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnston Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Johnston school district, covering approximately 42.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnston Middle School's student population of 1,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,161 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnston 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 Johnston Middle School is 0.56, which is more 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
#387 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Johnston Middle School's ranking?
Johnston Middle School is ranked #387 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Johnston Middle School often compared to?
Johnston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnston Senior High School, Dc-g Oak View by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Johnston Middle School?
1,161 students attend Johnston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Johnston Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnston Middle School?
Johnston Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnston Middle School offer ?
Johnston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Johnston Middle School part of?
Johnston Middle School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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