Serving 410 students in grades 5-8, Mid-prairie Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mid-prairie Middle School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Golden Hawks
School Rankings
Mid-prairie 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 Mid-prairie Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mid-prairie Middle School's ranking?
Mid-prairie Middle School is ranked #652 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mid-prairie Middle School?
410 students attend Mid-prairie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mid-prairie Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mid-prairie Middle School?
Mid-prairie Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mid-prairie Middle School offer ?
Mid-prairie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mid-prairie Middle School part of?
Mid-prairie Middle School is part of Mid-Prairie Comm School District.
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