Serving 268 students in grades 5-8, Robert Blue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Blue School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Eagle Grove, IA, encompassing approximately 163.8 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Blue School's student population of 268 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to creating the independent thinkers and lifelong learners of tomorrow.
School Rankings
Robert Blue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Blue School is 0.53, which is more 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
#1065 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
49%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Robert Blue School's ranking?
Robert Blue School is ranked #1065 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Robert Blue School often compared to?
Robert Blue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarion-goldfield-dows Middle School, Belmond-klemme Community Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Robert Blue School?
268 students attend Robert Blue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Robert Blue School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Blue School?
Robert Blue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert Blue School offer ?
Robert Blue School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert Blue School part of?
Robert Blue School is part of Eagle Grove Comm School District.
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