Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Ogden Middle School ranks in the top 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ogden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ogden Middle School's student population of 172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ogden Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ogden Middle School is 0.06, 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
#486 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Ogden Middle School's ranking?
Ogden Middle School is ranked #486 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Ogden Middle School?
172 students attend Ogden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ogden Middle School students are White, 1% 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 Ogden Middle School?
Ogden Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ogden Middle School offer ?
Ogden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ogden Middle School part of?
Ogden Middle School is part of Ogden Comm School District.
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