Serving 186 students in grades 6-8, Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OA-BCIG Middle School serves the eastern part of its school district in Odebolt, IA, covering an area of approximately 147 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the school and the furthest zone edge located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School's student population of 186 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove 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 Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School is 0.13, 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
#640 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School's ranking?
Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School is ranked #640 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?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School?
186 students attend Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School?
Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School offer ?
Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School part of?
Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Middle School is part of Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove Comm School District.
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