Meskwaki Settlement School

Meskwaki Settlement School is a tribally controlled school with oversight by the Bureau of Indian Education, is located in the Meskwaki Nation, also known as the Meskwaki Settlement.
Meskwaki Settlement School serves 294 students in grades Kindergarten-12. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 294 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • : ≥80%
  • : 45-49%
  • : 35-39%
  • : 30-39%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Meskwaki Settlement School's student population of 294 students has grown by 254% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students

Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Meskwaki Settlement School is 0.00, 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.
This School
State Level (IA)
45-49%
68%
35-39%
70%
30-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.00
≥80%
87.5%
(22-23)
28.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
35%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Meskwaki Settlement School often compared to?
Meskwaki Settlement Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Tama County Middle School, Woodward Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meskwaki Settlement School?
The graduation rate of Meskwaki Settlement School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Meskwaki Settlement School?
294 students attend Meskwaki Settlement School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Meskwaki Settlement School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meskwaki Settlement School?
Meskwaki Settlement School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meskwaki Settlement School offer ?
Meskwaki Settlement School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meskwaki Settlement School part of?
Meskwaki Settlement School is part of Meskwaki Settlement School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 294 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • : ≥80%
  • : 45-49%
  • : 35-39%
  • : 30-39%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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