Serving 222 students in grades 6-8, Mediapolis Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for the Middle School encompasses the entire Mediapolis school district, covering approximately 236.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mediapolis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mediapolis Middle School's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mediapolis Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mediapolis Middle School is 0.12, 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
#292 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
14%
White
94%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mediapolis Middle School's ranking?
Mediapolis Middle School is ranked #292 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Mediapolis Middle School often compared to?
Mediapolis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aldo Leopold Intermediate School, Edward Stone Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mediapolis Middle School?
222 students attend Mediapolis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mediapolis Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mediapolis Middle School?
Mediapolis Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mediapolis Middle School offer ?
Mediapolis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mediapolis Middle School part of?
Mediapolis Middle School is part of Mediapolis Comm School District.
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