Serving 145 students in grades 6-8, Sioux Central Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sioux Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sioux Central Middle School's student population of 145 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sioux Central Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sioux Central Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
15%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
73%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sioux Central Middle School's ranking?
Sioux Central Middle School is ranked #255 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sioux Central Middle School?
145 students attend Sioux Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sioux Central Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sioux Central Middle School?
Sioux Central Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sioux Central Middle School offer ?
Sioux Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sioux Central Middle School part of?
Sioux Central Middle School is part of Sioux Central Community School District.
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