Serving 503 students in grades 7-8, Sudlow Intermediate 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 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sudlow Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sudlow Intermediate's student population of 503 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sudlow Intermediate 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 Sudlow Intermediate is 0.70, which is more 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
#973 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
26%
7%
White
45%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sudlow Intermediate's ranking?
Sudlow Intermediate is ranked #973 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Sudlow Intermediate often compared to?
Sudlow Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Intermediate, Frank L Smart Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sudlow Intermediate?
503 students attend Sudlow Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sudlow Intermediate students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sudlow Intermediate?
Sudlow Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sudlow Intermediate offer ?
Sudlow Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sudlow Intermediate part of?
Sudlow Intermediate is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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