Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Lamoni 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lamoni Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lamoni Middle School's student population of 63 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Lamoni 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 Lamoni Middle School is 0.36, 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
#1018 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
79%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lamoni Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamoni Middle School's ranking?
Lamoni Middle School is ranked #1018 out of 1,223 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lamoni Middle School?
63 students attend Lamoni Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Lamoni Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamoni Middle School?
Lamoni Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lamoni Middle School offer ?
Lamoni Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lamoni Middle School part of?
Lamoni Middle School is part of Lamoni Comm School District.
School Calendar
View the Lamoni Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2027 (Wednesday)
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