Serving 67 students in grades 7-8, George-little Rock Middle 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George-little Rock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
George-little Rock Middle School's student population of 67 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George-little Rock Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George-little Rock Middle School is 0.22, 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
#578 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George-little Rock Middle School's ranking?
George-little Rock Middle School is ranked #578 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend George-little Rock Middle School?
67 students attend George-little Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of George-little Rock Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George-little Rock Middle School?
George-little Rock Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does George-little Rock Middle School offer ?
George-little Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George-little Rock Middle School part of?
George-little Rock Middle School is part of George-Little Rock Comm School District.
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