Serving 39 students in grades 6-8, Hamburg 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 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamburg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Hamburg Middle School's student population of 39 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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
#722 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
85%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Hamburg Middle School's ranking?
Hamburg Middle School is ranked #722 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Hamburg Middle School?
39 students attend Hamburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hamburg Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamburg Middle School?
Hamburg Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hamburg Middle School offer ?
Hamburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamburg Middle School part of?
Hamburg Middle School is part of Hamburg Comm School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
2025-2026 First Day of School
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Early Dismissal - Spring Break
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
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