Serving 147 students in grades 6-8, Maquoketa Valley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maquoketa Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Maquoketa Valley Middle School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maquoketa Valley 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 Maquoketa Valley Middle School is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
97%
71%
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
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maquoketa Valley Middle School's ranking?
Maquoketa Valley Middle School is ranked #89 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?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Maquoketa Valley Middle School?
147 students attend Maquoketa Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Maquoketa Valley Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maquoketa Valley Middle School?
Maquoketa Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maquoketa Valley Middle School offer ?
Maquoketa Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maquoketa Valley Middle School part of?
Maquoketa Valley Middle School is part of Maquoketa Valley Comm School District.
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