Serving 115 students in grades 6-8, North Iowa 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 60-64% (which is lower 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Iowa Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Buffalo Center, IA, encompassing approximately 296.7 square miles, where families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 14.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Iowa Middle School's student population of 115 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Linking Students with Success
School Rankings
North Iowa 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 North Iowa Middle School is 0.22, 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
#882 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Iowa Middle School's ranking?
North Iowa Middle School is ranked #882 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Iowa Middle School?
115 students attend North Iowa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Iowa Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Iowa Middle School?
North Iowa Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Iowa Middle School offer ?
North Iowa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Iowa Middle School part of?
North Iowa Middle School is part of North Iowa Comm School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Terrible school. Cesspool of fascist. Not safe for people of color or lgbtq+.
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