Creston Middle School

Creston Comm School District
805 Academic Ave.
Creston, IA 50801
291 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Creston Middle School, located at 805 Academic Ave. in Creston, Iowa, serves as a vital component of the Creston Community School District. Dedicated to fostering both academic and personal growth, the school provides a structured learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of middle school students. The institution emphasizes a well-rounded education, aiming to prepare its students for the academic rigor of high school while encouraging character development and community involvement.

As part of the broader Creston district, the middle school focuses on integrating technology and modern instructional strategies into its curriculum. By maintaining a strong connection with families and the local community, Creston Middle School strives to create an inclusive and supportive atmosphere. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school’s academic calendar, faculty contacts, or district policies, the official school website at http://www.crestonschools.org serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.
291
Total Students
25.4
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    253 (86.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    24 (8.2 %)
  • Black
    7 (2.4 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.1 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
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: Creston Comm School District
Phone: (641)782-2129
Website: http://www.crestonschools.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 291
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 120
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 92
Grade 7 94
Grade 8 105
Gender Ratio