Serving 256 students in grades 7-8, Winterset Junior High 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 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winterset Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire Winterset, IA school district, encompassing approximately 276 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 17.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winterset Junior High School's student population of 256 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winterset Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winterset Junior High School is 0.13, 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
#293 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Winterset Junior High School's ranking?
Winterset Junior High School is ranked #293 out of 1,223 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?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Winterset Junior High School?
256 students attend Winterset Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Winterset Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winterset Junior High School?
Winterset Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winterset Junior High School offer ?
Winterset Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winterset Junior High School part of?
Winterset Junior High School is part of Winterset Comm School District.
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