Serving 454 students in grades 5-8, Webster City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Webster City Middle School serves the west part of Webster City, IA, covering an area of approximately 198.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Webster City Middle School's student population of 454 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Webster City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster City Middle School is 0.51, 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
#819 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
65%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster City Middle School's ranking?
Webster City Middle School is ranked #819 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Webster City Middle School?
454 students attend Webster City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Webster City Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster City Middle School?
Webster City Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Webster City Middle School offer ?
Webster City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster City Middle School part of?
Webster City Middle School is part of Webster City Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
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