Serving 260 students in grades 6-8, Waukon Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waukon Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Waukon school district, encompassing approximately 423 square miles around Waukon, IA. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waukon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Waukon Middle School's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Waukon 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 Waukon Middle School is 0.12, which is less 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
#196 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Waukon Middle School's ranking?
Waukon Middle School is ranked #196 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Waukon Middle School?
260 students attend Waukon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Waukon Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waukon Middle School?
Waukon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waukon Middle School offer ?
Waukon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waukon Middle School part of?
Waukon Middle School is part of Allamakee Comm School District.
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