Serving 134 students in grades 6-8, North Union Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Union Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Union Middle School's student population of 134 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Union 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 North Union Middle School is 0.19, 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
#409 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Union Middle School's ranking?
North Union Middle School is ranked #409 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend North Union Middle School?
134 students attend North Union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Union Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Union Middle School?
North Union Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Union Middle School offer ?
North Union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Union Middle School part of?
North Union Middle School is part of North Kossuth Comm School District.
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