Serving 715 students in grades 7-8, Stilwell Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stilwell Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stilwell Junior High School's student population of 715 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stilwell 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 Stilwell Junior High School is 0.56, which is more 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
#453 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
10%
7%
White
64%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Stilwell Junior High School's ranking?
Stilwell Junior High School is ranked #453 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Stilwell Junior High School often compared to?
Stilwell Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Stilwell Junior High School?
715 students attend Stilwell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Stilwell Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stilwell Junior High School?
Stilwell Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stilwell Junior High School offer ?
Stilwell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stilwell Junior High School part of?
Stilwell Junior High School is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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