Serving 280 students in grades 5-8, New Hampton Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Hampton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Hampton Middle School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Hampton Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hampton Middle School is 0.26, 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
#244 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hampton Middle School's ranking?
New Hampton Middle School is ranked #244 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are New Hampton Middle School often compared to?
New Hampton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nashua-plainfield Junior-senior High School, Sumner-fredericksburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend New Hampton Middle School?
280 students attend New Hampton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of New Hampton Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Hampton Middle School?
New Hampton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hampton Middle School offer ?
New Hampton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Hampton Middle School part of?
New Hampton Middle School is part of New Hampton Comm School District.
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