Serving 104 students in grades 6-8, North-linn Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North-linn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North-linn Middle School's student population of 104 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
North-linn Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North-linn Middle School is 0.10, 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
#225 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
n/a
13%

Black
n/a
7%

White
95%
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
18%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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-linn Middle School's ranking?
North-linn Middle School is ranked #225 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend North-linn Middle School?
104 students attend North-linn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North-linn Middle School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North-linn Middle School?
North-linn Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North-linn Middle School offer ?
North-linn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North-linn Middle School part of?
North-linn Middle School is part of North Linn Comm School District.
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