Fort Dodge Middle School
759 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Fort Dodge Middle School, located at 800 North 32nd Street in Fort Dodge, Iowa, serves as a central hub for the district’s adolescent learners. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary and high school by fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. As a key part of the Fort Dodge Community School District, the institution emphasizes preparing students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum that addresses core subjects while encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and exploratory programs.
The school's culture is centered on the district’s broader mission to provide a high-quality education that meets the needs of a diverse student body. By utilizing modern facilities and a structured support system, Fort Dodge Middle School strives to cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and community responsibility among its students. Staff members work closely with families to ensure that every student has access to the resources necessary to navigate the unique challenges of middle school, ultimately aiming to develop well-rounded, life-long learners who are ready to transition into the high school setting.
The school's culture is centered on the district’s broader mission to provide a high-quality education that meets the needs of a diverse student body. By utilizing modern facilities and a structured support system, Fort Dodge Middle School strives to cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and community responsibility among its students. Staff members work closely with families to ensure that every student has access to the resources necessary to navigate the unique challenges of middle school, ultimately aiming to develop well-rounded, life-long learners who are ready to transition into the high school setting.
759
Total Students
45.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 507 |
| Hispanic | 124 |
| Black | 58 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 58 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White507 (66.8 %)
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Hispanic124 (16.3 %)
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Black58 (7.6 %)
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Two or More58 (7.6 %)
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Asian5 (0.7 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.5 %)
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American Indian3 (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: | Fort Dodge Comm School District |
| Phone: | (515)574-5691 |
| Website: | http://www.fdschools.org/schools/fort-dodge-middle-school/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 759 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 45.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 379 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 44 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
261
Grade 7
252
Grade 8
246
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 261 |
| Grade 7 | 252 |
| Grade 8 | 246 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 357 | 47% |
| Male | 402 | 53% |