Serving 315 students in grades 6-8, Maquoketa Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maquoketa Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Maquoketa, IA, encompassing approximately 172 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest boundary located 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maquoketa Middle School's student population of 315 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maquoketa Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maquoketa Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1026 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
70%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maquoketa Middle School's ranking?
Maquoketa Middle School is ranked #1026 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Maquoketa Middle School?
315 students attend Maquoketa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Maquoketa Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maquoketa Middle School?
Maquoketa Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maquoketa Middle School offer ?
Maquoketa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maquoketa Middle School part of?
Maquoketa Middle School is part of Maquoketa Comm School District.
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