Serving 1,118 students in grades 6-7, Summit Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Johnston, IA, encompassing approximately 42.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Middle School's student population of 1,118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,118 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Summit Middle School! We are committed to cultivating a learning environment that maintains high expectations for all students.
School Rankings
Summit Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Middle School is 0.53, which is more 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
#204 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Summit Middle School's ranking?
Summit Middle School is ranked #204 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Summit Middle School often compared to?
Summit Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbandale Middle School, Waukee Middle School, Dallas Center-grimes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Summit Middle School?
1,118 students attend Summit Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Summit Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Middle School?
Summit Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Summit Middle School offer ?
Summit Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summit Middle School part of?
Summit Middle School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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