Union Middle School

505 West
Dysart, IA 52224
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 215 students in grades 6-8, Union Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 30% in IA
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 75% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Union Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Union Middle School's student population of 215 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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School Rankings

Union Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Middle School is 0.19, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IA)
#302 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
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76%
64%
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75%
68%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
5%
12%
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Black
2%
7%
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White
90%
73%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.19
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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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 Union Middle School's ranking?
Union Middle School is ranked #302 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Union Middle School?
215 students attend Union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Union Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Union Middle School?
Union Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Union Middle School offer ?
Union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Middle School part of?
Union Middle School is part of Union Comm School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 76% (Top 30%)
  • : 75% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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