Serving 146 students in grades 6-8, Panorama 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 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Panorama Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Panora, IA, encompassing approximately 191.5 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panorama Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Panorama Middle School's student population of 146 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
146 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Integrity, Perseverance, Growth
School Rankings
Panorama 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 Panorama Middle School is 0.12, 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
#379 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panorama Middle School's ranking?
Panorama Middle School is ranked #379 out of 1,223 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 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Panorama Middle School?
146 students attend Panorama Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Panorama Middle School students are White, 4% 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 Panorama Middle School?
Panorama Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Panorama Middle School offer ?
Panorama Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Panorama Middle School part of?
Panorama Middle School is part of Panorama Comm School District.
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