Oskaloosa Middle School

Oskaloosa Comm School District
1704 N 3rd St
Oskaloosa, IA 52577
454 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Oskaloosa Middle School, located at 1704 N 3rd St in Oskaloosa, Iowa, serves as a central hub for students in the Oskaloosa Community School District during their transition between elementary and high school. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of adolescents, emphasizing academic growth, social responsibility, and preparation for future educational endeavors.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, the school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and clubs, which aim to build character and community spirit. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, students, and families, Oskaloosa Middle School strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop the skills necessary for success in their ongoing academic journeys.
454
Total Students
39.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    391 (86.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    25 (5.5 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (4.8 %)
  • Black
    8 (1.8 %)
  • Asian
    8 (1.8 %)
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: Oskaloosa Comm School District
Phone: (641)673-8308
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 454
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 154
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20

* 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 6 142
Grade 7 144
Grade 8 168
Gender Ratio