Serving 594 students in grades 7-8, Excelsior Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Excelsior Middle School's student population of 594 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Excelsior Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Excelsior Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#283 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
6%
7%
White
79%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Linn-Mar Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Excelsior Middle School's ranking?
Excelsior Middle School is ranked #283 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Excelsior Middle School often compared to?
Excelsior Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Ridge Middle School, Springville Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Excelsior Middle School?
594 students attend Excelsior Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Excelsior Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Excelsior Middle School?
Excelsior Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Excelsior Middle School offer ?
Excelsior Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Excelsior Middle School part of?
Excelsior Middle School is part of Linn-Mar Comm School District.
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