Serving 662 students in grades 6-8, Meredith 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 44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meredith Middle School serves the northwest part of Des Moines, IA, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meredith Middle School's student population of 662 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meredith 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 Meredith Middle School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1172 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meredith Middle School's ranking?
Meredith Middle School is ranked #1172 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Meredith Middle School often compared to?
Meredith Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brody Middle School, Merrill Middle School, Urbandale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Meredith Middle School?
662 students attend Meredith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Meredith Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meredith Middle School?
Meredith Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meredith Middle School offer ?
Meredith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meredith Middle School part of?
Meredith Middle School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Meredith Middle School located?
Meredith Middle School is located in the Meredith neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Meredith.
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