Serving 297 students in grades 4-8, Ikm-manning Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ikm-manning Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ikm-manning Middle School's student population of 297 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Ikm-manning Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ikm-manning Middle School is 0.13, 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
#109 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ikm-manning Middle School's ranking?
Ikm-manning Middle School is ranked #109 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Ikm-manning Middle School?
297 students attend Ikm-manning Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ikm-manning Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ikm-manning Middle School?
Ikm-manning Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ikm-manning Middle School offer ?
Ikm-manning Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ikm-manning Middle School part of?
Ikm-manning Middle School is part of IKM-Manning Comm School District.
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