School Overview
Berg Middle School, located in Newton, Iowa, serves as the primary intermediate educational hub for the Newton Community School District, typically educating students in grades 5 through 8. As a central part of the local education system, the school is dedicated to bridging the gap between elementary and high school by fostering academic growth, social-emotional development, and the exploration of diverse extracurricular interests. The facility functions as a key community landmark, focusing on creating a supportive environment that prepares adolescents for the rigors of secondary education.

The school places a strong emphasis on a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects—such as mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies—with exploratory opportunities like fine arts, physical education, and technology. By offering a variety of clubs, athletic programs, and enrichment activities, Berg Middle School strives to keep students engaged while teaching them how to navigate the challenges of early adolescence. Through its commitment to student-centered learning and community involvement, the school remains a vital component of the Newton area’s commitment to preparing the next generation for long-term success.
841
Total Students
60.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Berg Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White693
Hispanic62
Black31
Asian3
Two or More47
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    693 (82.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    62 (7.4 %)
  • Two or More
    47 (5.6 %)
  • Black
    31 (3.7 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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: Newton Comm School District
Phone: (641)792-7741
Website: http://www.newtoncsd.org/our-schools/berg-middle-school
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 841
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 60.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 348
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 74
Grades Taught
Grade 5 212
Grade 6 202
Grade 7 213
Grade 8 214

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Berg Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 5212
Grade 6202
Grade 7213
Grade 8214
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Berg Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40247.8%
Male43952.2%