Serving 644 students in grades 7-8, Stilwell Junior High 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 74% (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 13:1 is lower 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 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Stilwell Junior High School's student population of 644 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 2, 2026
Stilwell Junior High 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 Stilwell Junior High School is 0.57, 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
#533 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
13%
7%
White
63%
71%
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
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Stilwell Junior High School's ranking?
Stilwell Junior High School is ranked #533 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Stilwell Junior High School often compared to?
Stilwell Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% 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 Stilwell Junior High School?
644 students attend Stilwell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Stilwell Junior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stilwell Junior High School?
Stilwell Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stilwell Junior High School offer ?
Stilwell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stilwell Junior High School part of?
Stilwell Junior High School is part of West Des Moines Community School District.
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