Serving 1,106 students in grades 7-8, Southeast Polk Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Polk Junior High School's student population of 1,106 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Polk Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Polk Junior High School is 0.48, which is more 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
#321 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
8%
7%
White
71%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Southeast Polk Junior High School's ranking?
Southeast Polk Junior High School is ranked #321 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Southeast Polk Junior High School often compared to?
Southeast Polk Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiatt Middle School, Goodrell Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Southeast Polk Junior High School?
1,106 students attend Southeast Polk Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Southeast Polk Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeast Polk Junior High School?
Southeast Polk Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Polk Junior High School offer ?
Southeast Polk Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southeast Polk Junior High School part of?
Southeast Polk Junior High School is part of Southeast Polk Comm School District.
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