Serving 413 students in grades 5-8, South Tama 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 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Tama County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Tama County Middle School's student population of 413 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
South Tama County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Tama County Middle School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1042 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
47%
70%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Tama County Middle School's ranking?
South Tama County Middle School is ranked #1042 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are South Tama County Middle School often compared to?
South Tama County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grinnell Community Middle School, Meskwaki Settlement School, South Tama County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend South Tama County Middle School?
413 students attend South Tama County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of South Tama County Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Tama County Middle School?
South Tama County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Tama County Middle School offer ?
South Tama County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Tama County Middle School part of?
South Tama County Middle School is part of South Tama County School District.
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