Algona High School is a rural public high school located in the Algona Community School District in Algona, Iowa, United States. The Algona district includes Algona, Burt, Corwith, Lu Verne, Titonka, Wesley, and Whittemore.
Serving 419 students in grades 5-8, Algona 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 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Algona Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Algona Middle School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Algona 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 Algona Middle School is 0.23, 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
#376 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
White
87%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algona Middle School's ranking?
Algona Middle School is ranked #376 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Algona Middle School often compared to?
Algona Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Union Middle School, Ames Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Algona Middle School?
419 students attend Algona Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Algona Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Algona Middle School?
Algona Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Algona Middle School offer ?
Algona Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Algona Middle School part of?
Algona Middle School is part of Algona Comm School District.
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