Serving 720 students in grades 6-8, Lewis Central 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 74% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Council Bluffs, IA, covering approximately 67 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lewis Central Middle School's student population of 720 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
720 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewis Central 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 Lewis Central Middle School is 0.37, 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
#403 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
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)
68%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Lewis Central Middle School's ranking?
Lewis Central Middle School is ranked #403 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lewis Central Middle School often compared to?
Lewis Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Titan Hill Intermediate School, Underwood Middle School, Lewis Central Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% 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 Lewis Central Middle School?
720 students attend Lewis Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lewis Central Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis Central Middle School?
Lewis Central Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis Central Middle School offer ?
Lewis Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis Central Middle School part of?
Lewis Central Middle School is part of Lewis Central Comm School District.
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