URBANDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Urbandale Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Urbandale Comm School District school district, located in Urbandale, IA with about 938 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 53 teachers, Urbandale Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Urbandale Middle School, located at 7701 Aurora Avenue in Urbandale, Iowa, serves as a key educational hub within the Urbandale Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, the school focuses on the unique developmental needs of students in grades 6 through 8. Its curriculum is designed to balance academic rigor with social-emotional growth, preparing young learners for the transition to high school by emphasizing critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.

Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student engagement through a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and clubs. By leveraging its connection to the broader district’s mission, Urbandale Middle School strives to cultivate a sense of community and lifelong learning. Parents and community members can stay informed about school events, academic calendars, and district-wide initiatives by visiting their official website at [www.UrbandaleSchools.com](http://www.UrbandaleSchools.com).

For more information, contact Urbandale Middle School at (515) 457-6600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.