Serving 310 students in grades 5-8, North Fayette Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Fayette Valley Middle School's student population of 310 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 109% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Fayette Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Fayette Valley Middle School is 0.13, 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
#549 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
71%
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
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Fayette Valley Middle School's ranking?
North Fayette Valley Middle School is ranked #549 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?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North Fayette Valley Middle School?
310 students attend North Fayette Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Fayette Valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Fayette Valley Middle School?
North Fayette Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Fayette Valley Middle School offer ?
North Fayette Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Fayette Valley Middle School part of?
North Fayette Valley Middle School is part of North Fayette Valley Comm School District.
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