Serving 913 students in grades 8-9, Southview Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Southview Middle School serves the southern part of Ankeny, IA, covering an area of 28.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southview Middle School's student population of 913 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
913 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southview Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southview Middle School is 0.47, 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
#88 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 Southview Middle School's ranking?
Southview Middle School is ranked #88 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 68% IA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Southview Middle School?
913 students attend Southview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Southview Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southview Middle School?
Southview Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southview Middle School offer ?
Southview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southview Middle School part of?
Southview Middle School is part of Ankeny Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Southview Middle School located?
Southview Middle School is located in the Prairie Trail neighborhood of Ankeny, IA. There are 3 other public schools located in Prairie Trail.
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