Serving 1,135 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 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 1,135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,135 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Welcome to Summit Middle School! We are committed to cultivating a learning environment that maintains high expectations for all students.
School Mascot
Wild Boars
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 0.56, 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
#204 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
11%
7%
White
64%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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, Dallas Center-grimes Middle School, Waukee 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?
1,135 students attend Summit Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Summit Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Middle School?
Summit Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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