Summary:
The Ames Community School District in Iowa is home to one middle school, Ames Middle School, which serves grades 6-8. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with Ames Middle School consistently ranking in the top half of Iowa middle schools and exceeding state averages in proficiency rates on standardized tests.
Ames Middle School stands out for its academic achievements, particularly in English Language Arts, where 81% of 6th graders were proficient or better in 2024-2025, compared to the state average of 72.8%. The school's student-teacher ratio of 15.1 to 1 is favorable and likely contributes to its success. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6% in 2023-2024 is higher than the state would prefer, and the district may need to address this issue to further improve student outcomes.
While Ames Middle School is a strong-performing school, the district should continue to monitor its performance and ensure equitable access to resources for all students, particularly the 32.85% of students who received free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024. The district's relatively high spending of $11,412 per student in 2018-2019 suggests a significant investment in the school, and the district should ensure these resources are being used effectively and efficiently to support student learning.
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