Serving 373 students in grades 4-6, Winterset Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 70% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winterset Middle School's student population of 373 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Winterset 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 Winterset Middle School is 0.13, which is less 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
#660 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Winterset Middle School's ranking?
Winterset Middle School is ranked #660 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Winterset Middle School?
373 students attend Winterset Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Winterset Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winterset Middle School?
Winterset Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winterset Middle School offer ?
Winterset Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winterset Middle School part of?
Winterset Middle School is part of Winterset Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day of school- 2 hour early dismissal
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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