Serving 111 students in grades 6-8, North-linn Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North-Linn Middle School serves the entire district of Troy Mills, IA, covering an area of approximately 152.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located nearly 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North-linn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North-linn Middle School's student population of 111 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We create schools where every student shines and every student excels.
School Rankings
North-linn Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North-linn Middle School is 0.12, 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
#101 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North-linn Middle School's ranking?
North-linn Middle School is ranked #101 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North-linn Middle School?
111 students attend North-linn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North-linn Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North-linn Middle School?
North-linn Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North-linn Middle School offer ?
North-linn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North-linn Middle School part of?
North-linn Middle School is part of North Linn Comm School District.
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