Remsen-Union High School was a high school located in Remsen, Iowa. It was a consolidation of the City of Remsen and the Township of Union. Remsen Union merged with the Marcus Meriden Cleghorn school district to start the 2016–17 school year.
Serving 176 students in grades 5-8, Remsen-union Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Remsen-union Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Remsen-union Middle School's student population of 176 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Remsen-union Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Remsen-union Middle School is 0.20, 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
#379 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Remsen-union Middle School's ranking?
Remsen-union Middle School is ranked #379 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Remsen-union Middle School?
176 students attend Remsen-union Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Remsen-union Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Remsen-union Middle School?
Remsen-union Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Remsen-union Middle School offer ?
Remsen-union Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Remsen-union Middle School part of?
Remsen-union Middle School is part of Remsen-Union Community School District.
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