Okoboji Middle School serves 353 students in grades 5-8.
Okoboji Middle School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okoboji Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Okoboji Middle School's student population of 353 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Okoboji Middle School is ranked within the top 10% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Okoboji Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 1221 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okoboji Middle School's ranking?
Okoboji Middle School is ranked #68 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Okoboji Middle School?
353 students attend Okoboji Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Okoboji Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Okoboji Middle School?
Okoboji Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Okoboji Middle School offer ?
Okoboji Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Okoboji Middle School part of?
Okoboji Middle School is part of Okoboji Community School District.
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