School Overview
Ames Middle School, located at 3915 Mortensen Road in Ames, Iowa, serves as a primary educational hub for the students in the Ames Community School District. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of adolescents, providing a bridge between elementary education and the academic rigor of high school. Its curriculum is designed to balance core academic subjects—such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—with a variety of elective opportunities that encourage students to explore personal interests and develop new skills.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community and personal growth, offering numerous extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs that help students build social connections and leadership abilities. By utilizing the resources provided through the Ames Community School District, Ames Middle School aims to cultivate a sense of belonging and academic excellence. Families and community members can stay informed about specific school events, academic calendars, and district-wide policies by visiting their official website at http://www.ames.k12.ia.us/AMS/AMS.html.
1,002
Total Students
75.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ames Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White651
Hispanic117
Black102
Asian64
Two or More64
  • White
    651 (65.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    117 (11.7 %)
  • Black
    102 (10.2 %)
  • Asian
    64 (6.4 %)
  • Two or More
    64 (6.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ames Comm School District
Phone: (515)268-2400
Website: http://www.ames.k12.ia.us/AMS/AMS.html
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,002
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 75.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 269
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 53
Grades Taught
Grade 6 333
Grade 7 326
Grade 8 343

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ames Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6333
Grade 7326
Grade 8343
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ames Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49449.3%
Male50450.3%
Not Specified40.4%