Serving 695 students in grades 7-9, Peet Junior High 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 82% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peet Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Peet Junior High School's student population of 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Peet Junior High 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 Peet Junior High School is 0.32, 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
#101 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
82%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cedar Falls Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peet Junior High School's ranking?
Peet Junior High School is ranked #101 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Peet Junior High School often compared to?
Peet Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Peet Junior High School?
695 students attend Peet Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Peet Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peet Junior High School?
Peet Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peet Junior High School offer ?
Peet Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peet Junior High School part of?
Peet Junior High School is part of Cedar Falls Comm School District.
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