Serving 403 students in grades 5-8, Mount Vernon Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mount Vernon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mount Vernon Middle School's student population of 403 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Vernon Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon Middle School is 0.21, which is less 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
#88 out of 1233 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
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
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Mount Vernon Middle School is ranked #88 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Mount Vernon Middle School often compared to?
Mount Vernon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mount Vernon Middle School?
403 students attend Mount Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mount Vernon Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Vernon Middle School?
Mount Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon Middle School offer ?
Mount Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Vernon Middle School part of?
Mount Vernon Middle School is part of Mount Vernon Comm School District.
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