Serving 189 students in grades 5-8, Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School is 0.46, 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
#336 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
70%
71%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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What is Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School's ranking?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School is ranked #336 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School?
189 students attend Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School offer ?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School part of?
Sibley-ocheyedan Middle School is part of Sibley-Ocheyedan Community School District.
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