Serving 531 students in grades 7-8, North Scott Junior High 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 84% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: North Scott Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Eldridge, IA, encompassing approximately 215.1 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 15 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Scott Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Scott Junior High School's student population of 531 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Scott Junior High 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 North Scott Junior High 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
#323 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 North Scott Junior High School's ranking?
North Scott Junior High School is ranked #323 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Scott Junior High School often compared to?
North Scott Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edward White Elementary School, Pleasant Valley Junior High School, North Scott High 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 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Scott Junior High School?
531 students attend North Scott Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Scott Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Scott Junior High School?
North Scott Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Scott Junior High School offer ?
North Scott Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Scott Junior High School part of?
North Scott Junior High School is part of North Scott Comm School District.
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