DECORAH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Decorah Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Decorah Community School District school district, located in Decorah, IA with about 517 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 33 teachers, Decorah Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Decorah Middle School, located in the scenic community of Decorah, Iowa, serves as a vital educational hub for students in the middle grades. As part of the Decorah Community School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. The curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while encouraging social and emotional development, reflecting the district’s commitment to academic excellence and well-rounded student growth.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Decorah Middle School emphasizes a culture of community and character, often utilizing its unique location in the driftless region of Northeast Iowa to provide diverse learning opportunities. The school promotes active participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and fine arts, ensuring that students have a well-balanced middle school experience. By maintaining strong partnerships with families and the local community, the school strives to prepare its students to become responsible, engaged citizens in a global society.

For more information, contact Decorah Middle School at (563) 382-8427 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

405 Winnebago St.
Decorah, IA 52101
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DECORAH MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Decorah, IA with about 517 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
517
Teachers:
33.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 517 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DECORAH MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.

White
89.9%
Hispanic/Latino
3.7%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian
1.5%
Black or African American
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.