Serving 268 students in grades 6-12, Midland Middle/high 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 57% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Midland Middle/high School's student population of 268 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Midland Middle/high 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 Midland Middle/high School is 0.13, 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
#897 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Middle/high School's ranking?
Midland Middle/high School is ranked #897 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Midland Middle/high School often compared to?
Midland Middle/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anamosa High School, Monticello High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Midland Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Midland Middle/high School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Midland Middle/high School?
268 students attend Midland Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Midland Middle/high School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Middle/high School?
Midland Middle/high School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midland Middle/high School offer ?
Midland Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midland Middle/high School part of?
Midland Middle/high School is part of Midland Comm School District.
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