Serving 358 students in grades 5-8, Spirit Lake Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spirit Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Spirit Lake Middle School's student population of 358 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spirit Lake 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 Spirit Lake Middle School is 0.22, 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
#172 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Spirit Lake Middle School's ranking?
Spirit Lake Middle School is ranked #172 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?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Spirit Lake Middle School?
358 students attend Spirit Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Spirit Lake Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spirit Lake Middle School?
Spirit Lake Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Spirit Lake Middle School offer ?
Spirit Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Spirit Lake Middle School part of?
Spirit Lake Middle School is part of Spirit Lake Comm School District.
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