Serving 21 students in grades 6-8, Andrew Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 60-79% (which was approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥80% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment was 5% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#411 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Middle School's ranking?
Andrew Middle School is ranked #411 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Andrew Middle School?
21 students attend Andrew Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Andrew Middle School students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Andrew Middle School offer ?
Andrew Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Andrew Middle School part of?
Andrew Middle School is part of Andrew Comm School District.
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