School Overview
Evans Middle School, located at 812 Chester Avenue in Ottumwa, Iowa, serves as a key educational institution within the Ottumwa Community School District. Dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth, the school provides a structured learning environment for middle-grade students, helping them transition from elementary education toward high school readiness. The school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers, teachers, and extracurricular opportunities.

As part of the broader Ottumwa school system, Evans Middle School is committed to preparing its students for future success through a diverse curriculum and a focus on essential life skills. By leveraging the resources provided by the district, the school works to meet the varying academic needs of its student body while promoting a culture of character and responsibility. Families and community members can access ongoing updates, school policies, and information regarding events and academic programs through the district’s official website at http://www.ottumwaschools.com.
1,047
Total Students
69.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Evans Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White549
Hispanic274
Black69
Asian24
Two or More18
American Indian5
Pacific Islander108
  • White
    549 (52.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    274 (26.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    108 (10.3 %)
  • Black
    69 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    24 (2.3 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.5 %)
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: Ottumwa Comm School District
Phone: (641)684-6511
Website: http://www.ottumwaschools.com
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,047
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 69.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 275
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28
Grades Taught
Grade 6 361
Grade 7 337
Grade 8 349

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Evans Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6361
Grade 7337
Grade 8349
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Evans Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female50448.1%
Male54351.9%