Serving 304 students in grades 5-8, New Hampton 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 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: New Hampton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Hampton, IA, encompassing approximately 270.9 square miles. Typically, students can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.9 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Hampton Middle School's student population of 304 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Hampton 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 New Hampton Middle School is 0.29, 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
#335 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
83%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hampton Middle School's ranking?
New Hampton Middle School is ranked #335 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
304 students attend New Hampton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of New Hampton Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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