Serving 578 students in grades 7-8, Dc-g Oak View 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 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc-g Oak View's student population of 578 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dc-g Oak View ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dc-g Oak View is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dc-g Oak View's ranking?
Dc-g Oak View is ranked #301 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Dc-g Oak View often compared to?
Dc-g Oak Viewis often viewed alongside schools like Johnston Middle School, Urbandale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% 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 Dc-g Oak View?
578 students attend Dc-g Oak View.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dc-g Oak View students are White, 4% of students are Black, 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 Dc-g Oak View?
Dc-g Oak View has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dc-g Oak View offer ?
Dc-g Oak View offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dc-g Oak View part of?
Dc-g Oak View is part of Dallas Center-Grimes Comm School District.
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