Serving 397 students in grades 6-8, Wilson Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 48% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilson Middle School's student population of 397 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1070 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
13%
Black
33%
7%
White
39%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Wilson Middle School's ranking?
Wilson Middle School is ranked #1070 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Wilson Middle School often compared to?
Wilson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Wilson Middle School?
397 students attend Wilson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Wilson Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Middle School?
Wilson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson Middle School offer ?
Wilson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilson Middle School part of?
Wilson Middle School is part of Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Middle School located?
Wilson Middle School is located in the Southwest Area neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwest Area.
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