Serving 892 students in grades 6-8, Urbandale 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 71% (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 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urbandale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Urbandale Middle School's student population of 892 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
892 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Teaching all, Reaching all
School Rankings
Urbandale 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 Urbandale Middle School is 0.57, 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
#619 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
9%
7%
White
63%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urbandale Middle School's ranking?
Urbandale Middle School is ranked #619 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Urbandale Middle School often compared to?
Urbandale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Hills Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% 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 Urbandale Middle School?
892 students attend Urbandale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Urbandale Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urbandale Middle School?
Urbandale Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Urbandale Middle School offer ?
Urbandale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urbandale Middle School part of?
Urbandale Middle School is part of Urbandale Comm School District.
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