Serving 824 students in grades 6-8, Norwalk Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 824 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwalk Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Norwalk, IA, covering approximately 45.3 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 4.1 miles and the furthest edge located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwalk Middle School's student population of 824 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
824 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norwalk Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwalk Middle School is 0.25, 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
#389 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwalk Middle School's ranking?
Norwalk Middle School is ranked #389 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Norwalk Middle School often compared to?
Norwalk Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ankeny High School, Norwalk Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Norwalk Middle School?
824 students attend Norwalk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Norwalk Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwalk Middle School?
Norwalk Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norwalk Middle School offer ?
Norwalk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norwalk Middle School part of?
Norwalk Middle School is part of Norwalk Comm School District.
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