Chariton Middle School

Chariton Comm School District
1300 N 16th
Chariton, IA 50049
285 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Chariton Middle School, located at 1300 N 16th Street in Chariton, Iowa, serves as a vital component of the Chariton Community School District. Dedicated to the academic and social development of students during their adolescent years, the school focuses on creating a supportive environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the rigors of high school. The curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future educational endeavors.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to student growth by offering a variety of extracurricular activities and programs. By prioritizing strong communication between faculty, students, and parents, Chariton Middle School strives to cultivate a sense of community and school pride. For families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or specific faculty contacts, the district’s website at [http://www.chariton.k12.ia.us](http://www.chariton.k12.ia.us) serves as the primary resource for staying connected with the school’s ongoing initiatives and updates.
285
Total Students
23.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    257 (90.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    22 (7.7 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.1 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.7 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Chariton Comm School District
Phone: (641)774-5114
Website: http://www.chariton.k12.ia.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 285
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 132
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 102
Grade 7 94
Grade 8 89
Gender Ratio