Serving 84 students in grades 6-8, George-little Rock 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George-little Rock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
George-little Rock Middle School's student population of 84 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
George-little Rock Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George-little Rock Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#371 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George-little Rock Middle School's ranking?
George-little Rock Middle School is ranked #371 out of 1,221 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend George-little Rock Middle School?
84 students attend George-little Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of George-little Rock Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George-little Rock Middle School?
George-little Rock Middle School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does George-little Rock Middle School offer ?
George-little Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George-little Rock Middle School part of?
George-little Rock Middle School is part of George-Little Rock Comm School District.
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