Serving 350 students in grades 5-8, Oelwein Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oelwein Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Oelwein school district, encompassing approximately 129.9 square miles around the city of Oelwein, IA. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oelwein Middle School's student population of 350 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oelwein 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 Oelwein Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1104 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
83%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oelwein Middle School's ranking?
Oelwein Middle School is ranked #1104 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Oelwein Middle School?
350 students attend Oelwein Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Oelwein Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oelwein Middle School?
Oelwein Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oelwein Middle School offer ?
Oelwein Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oelwein Middle School part of?
Oelwein Middle School is part of Oelwein Comm School District.
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