Serving 151 students in grades 6-8, Madrid 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Madrid Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Madrid, IA, covering approximately 42.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madrid Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madrid Junior High School's student population of 151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1883
School Rankings
Madrid 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 Madrid Junior High School is 0.13, 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
#458 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 1989–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madrid Junior High School's ranking?
Madrid Junior High School is ranked #458 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Madrid Junior High School often compared to?
Madrid Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madrid Elementary School, Madrid High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Madrid Junior High School?
151 students attend Madrid Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Madrid Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madrid Junior High School?
Madrid Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Madrid Junior High School offer ?
Madrid Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madrid Junior High School part of?
Madrid Junior High School is part of Madrid Comm School District.
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