Serving 210 students in grades 5-8, Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School's student population of 210 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School is 0.44, 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
#193 out of 1221 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
71%
73%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School's ranking?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School is ranked #193 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?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School?
210 students attend Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School offer ?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School part of?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School is part of Sibley-Ocheyedan Comm School District.
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