Serving 681 students in grades 5-8, Waverly-shell Rock 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 84% (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 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waverly-Shell Rock Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waverly, IA, covering approximately 166.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 7 miles, while the furthest point is 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly-shell Rock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waverly-shell Rock Middle School's student population of 681 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly-shell Rock 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 Waverly-shell Rock Middle School is 0.17, 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
#127 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-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 Waverly-shell Rock Middle School's ranking?
Waverly-shell Rock Middle School is ranked #127 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Waverly-shell Rock Middle School often compared to?
Waverly-shell Rock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% 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 Waverly-shell Rock Middle School?
681 students attend Waverly-shell Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Waverly-shell Rock Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly-shell Rock Middle School?
Waverly-shell Rock Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waverly-shell Rock Middle School offer ?
Waverly-shell Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waverly-shell Rock Middle School part of?
Waverly-shell Rock Middle School is part of Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District.
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