Serving 1,113 students in grades 7-8, Southeast Polk Junior High School ranks in the top 50% 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 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,113 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Polk Junior High School's student population of 1,113 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,113 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Polk Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Polk Junior High School is 0.42, 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
#444 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
8%
7%
White
75%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Southeast Polk Junior High School's ranking?
Southeast Polk Junior High School is ranked #444 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Southeast Polk Junior High School often compared to?
Southeast Polk Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiatt Middle School, Goodrell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Southeast Polk Junior High School?
1,113 students attend Southeast Polk Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Southeast Polk Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeast Polk Junior High School?
Southeast Polk Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Polk Junior High School offer ?
Southeast Polk Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Polk Junior High School part of?
Southeast Polk Junior High School is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.
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