Kee High School is a rural, public high school located in Lansing, Iowa. The school is part of the Eastern Allamakee Community School District. Their mascot is the Kee-Hawk.
Serving 75 students in grades 5-8, Lansing Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lansing Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Lansing, IA school district, encompassing approximately 160.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lansing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lansing Middle School's student population of 75 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Lansing 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 Lansing Middle School is 0.08, 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
#491 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Silver
School Mascot
Kee-hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lansing Middle School's ranking?
Lansing Middle School is ranked #491 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lansing Middle School?
75 students attend Lansing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lansing Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lansing Middle School?
Lansing Middle School has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lansing Middle School offer ?
Lansing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lansing Middle School part of?
Lansing Middle School is part of Eastern Allamakee Comm School District.
School Calendar
View the Lansing Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2027 (Wednesday)
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