Parkview Middle School serves 865 students in grades 6-7.
Parkview Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (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 83% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Parkview Middle School's student population of 865 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Parkview Middle School is ranked within the top 20% 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 Parkview Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#157 out of 1221 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
4%
7%
White
76%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkview Middle School's ranking?
Parkview Middle School is ranked #157 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 64% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Parkview Middle School?
865 students attend Parkview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Parkview Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parkview Middle School?
Parkview Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkview Middle School offer ?
Parkview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Parkview Middle School part of?
Parkview Middle School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
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