Serving 553 students in grades 7-8, North Scott Junior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Scott Junior High School's student population of 553 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Scott Junior High 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 North Scott Junior High School is 0.24, 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
#165 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 North Scott Junior High School's ranking?
North Scott Junior High School is ranked #165 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% 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?
553 students attend North Scott Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of North Scott Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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5 5/9/2017
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