The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 85-89% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 80-84% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 75%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students (09-10)
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
1%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(09-10)3%
8%
Black
(09-10)n/a
5%
White
(09-10)95%
82%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)2%
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
19%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% IA state average).
How many students attend Galva-holstein Middle School?
139 students attend Galva-holstein Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Galva-holstein Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Galva-holstein Middle School offer ?
Galva-holstein Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Galva-holstein Middle School part of?
Galva-holstein Middle School is part of Galva-Holstein Community School District.
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