Serving 247 students in grades 5-8, East Sac County 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 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 58%
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Sac County Middle School's student population of 247 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Sac County Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend East Sac County Middle School?
247 students attend East Sac County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Sac County Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does East Sac County Middle School offer ?
East Sac County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Sac County Middle School part of?
East Sac County Middle School is part of East Sac County Comm School District.
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