Serving 1,200 students in grades 8-9, Johnston Middle 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 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 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 1,200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnston Middle School's student population of 1,200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Johnston Middle School 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 Johnston Middle School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. 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)
71%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
11%
7%
White
68%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnston Middle School's ranking?
Johnston Middle School is ranked #301 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Johnston Middle School often compared to?
Johnston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dc-g Oak View, Johnston Senior High 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 Johnston Middle School?
1,200 students attend Johnston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Johnston Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnston Middle School?
Johnston Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Johnston Middle School offer ?
Johnston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnston Middle School part of?
Johnston Middle School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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