Serving 348 students in grades 6-8, Sioux Center Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 68% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sioux Center Middle School's student population of 348 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sioux Center 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 Sioux Center Middle School is 0.53, which is more 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
#569 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
57%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sioux Center Middle School's ranking?
Sioux Center Middle School is ranked #569 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Sioux Center Middle School?
348 students attend Sioux Center Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sioux Center Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sioux Center Middle School?
Sioux Center Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sioux Center Middle School offer ?
Sioux Center Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sioux Center Middle School part of?
Sioux Center Middle School is part of Sioux Center Comm School District.
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