Midland Elementary At Lost Nation serves 138 students in grades 2-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 75-79% (which was approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 75-79% (which was approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 76%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)75-79%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)75-79%
76%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average).
How many students attend Midland Elementary At Lost Nation?
138 students attend Midland Elementary At Lost Nation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Midland Elementary At Lost Nation students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Elementary At Lost Nation?
Midland Elementary At Lost Nation has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland Elementary At Lost Nation offer ?
Midland Elementary At Lost Nation offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Midland Elementary At Lost Nation part of?
Midland Elementary At Lost Nation is part of Midland Community School District.
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