Serving 158 students in grades 6-8, Missouri Valley Middle 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Missouri Valley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Missouri Valley, IA, covering approximately 140.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Missouri Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Missouri Valley Middle School's student population of 158 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Missouri Valley 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 Missouri Valley Middle School is 0.10, 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
#677 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Missouri Valley Middle School's ranking?
Missouri Valley Middle School is ranked #677 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Missouri Valley Middle School?
158 students attend Missouri Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Missouri Valley Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Missouri Valley Middle School?
Missouri Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Missouri Valley Middle School offer ?
Missouri Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Missouri Valley Middle School part of?
Missouri Valley Middle School is part of Missouri Valley Comm School District.
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