Serving 961 students in grades 6-8, Bettendorf 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 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 961 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Bettendorf Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
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Bettendorf Middle School's student population of 961 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
961 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf Middle School is 0.52, which is more 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
#395 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
10%
7%
White
67%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Bettendorf Middle School's ranking?
Bettendorf Middle School is ranked #395 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bettendorf Middle School often compared to?
Bettendorf Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bettendorf Middle School?
961 students attend Bettendorf Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bettendorf Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bettendorf Middle School?
Bettendorf Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettendorf Middle School offer ?
Bettendorf Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bettendorf Middle School part of?
Bettendorf Middle School is part of Bettendorf Community School District.
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