Serving 584 students in grades 6-8, George Washington 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 67% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
George Washington Middle School's student population of 584 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To develop each student’s learning potential in a caring environment.
School Rankings
George Washington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Middle School is 0.52, which is more 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
#789 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
14%
7%
White
67%
70%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dubuque Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Middle School's ranking?
George Washington Middle School is ranked #789 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are George Washington Middle School often compared to?
George Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend George Washington Middle School?
584 students attend George Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of George Washington Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Middle School?
George Washington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Washington Middle School offer ?
George Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington Middle School part of?
George Washington Middle School is part of Dubuque Comm School District.
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