Serving 124 students in grades 6-8, Starmont Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starmont Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Starmont Middle School's student population of 124 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Starmont Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Starmont Middle School is 0.13, 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
#674 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
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 Starmont Middle School's ranking?
Starmont Middle School is ranked #674 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Starmont Middle School?
124 students attend Starmont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Starmont Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Starmont Middle School?
Starmont Middle School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Starmont Middle School offer ?
Starmont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Starmont Middle School part of?
Starmont Middle School is part of Starmont Comm School District.
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