Serving 439 students in grades 5-8, Grinnell Community Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grinnell Community Middle School's student population of 439 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grinnell Community 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 Grinnell Community Middle School is 0.26, 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
#420 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grinnell Community Middle School's ranking?
Grinnell Community Middle School is ranked #420 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Grinnell Community Middle School often compared to?
Grinnell Community Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Tama County Elementary School, South Tama County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Grinnell Community Middle School?
439 students attend Grinnell Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Grinnell Community Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grinnell Community Middle School?
Grinnell Community Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grinnell Community Middle School offer ?
Grinnell Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grinnell Community Middle School part of?
Grinnell Community Middle School is part of Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District.
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