Serving 135 students in grades 6-8, Nodaway Valley 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 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nodaway Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Nodaway Valley Middle School's student population of 135 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nodaway Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nodaway Valley Middle School is 0.18, 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
#486 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Nodaway Valley Middle School's ranking?
Nodaway Valley Middle School is ranked #486 out of 1,233 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 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Nodaway Valley Middle School?
135 students attend Nodaway Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Nodaway Valley Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nodaway Valley Middle School?
Nodaway Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nodaway Valley Middle School offer ?
Nodaway Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nodaway Valley Middle School part of?
Nodaway Valley Middle School is part of Nodaway Valley Comm School District.
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