Serving 1,120 students in grades 8-9, Johnston Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Johnston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Johnston Middle School's student population of 1,120 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnston Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnston Middle School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 1221 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
10%
7%
White
70%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #112 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Johnston Middle School?
1,120 students attend Johnston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Johnston Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% 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 17:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnston Middle School part of?
Johnston Middle School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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