Serving 51 students in grades 5-8, Schleswig 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 70-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Schleswig Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Schleswig school district, encompassing approximately 122.4 square miles in Schleswig, IA. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 12.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schleswig Middle School's student population of 51 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Schleswig 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 Schleswig Middle School is 0.33, 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
#511 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Schleswig Middle School's ranking?
Schleswig Middle School is ranked #511 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Schleswig Middle School?
51 students attend Schleswig Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Schleswig Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schleswig Middle School?
Schleswig Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Schleswig Middle School offer ?
Schleswig Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schleswig Middle School part of?
Schleswig Middle School is part of Schleswig Comm School District.
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