Serving 257 students in grades 6-8, Riverbend 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 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverbend Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Iowa Falls, IA, encompassing approximately 134.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the boundary being about 6.6 miles and the furthest edge located 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverbend Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverbend 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 Riverbend Middle School is 0.28, 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
#519 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Riverbend Middle School's ranking?
Riverbend Middle School is ranked #519 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Riverbend Middle School?
257 students attend Riverbend Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Riverbend Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverbend Middle School?
Riverbend Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverbend Middle School offer ?
Riverbend Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbend Middle School part of?
Riverbend Middle School is part of Iowa Falls Comm School District.
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