IOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Iola Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Iola school district, located in Iola, KS with about 392 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Iola Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Iola Middle School is a public school located in Iola, Kansas, and serves as a core component of the USD 257 school district. Dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth, the school provides a structured environment tailored to the developmental needs of students in the middle grades. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school while encouraging them to explore a variety of subjects, extracurricular activities, and social-emotional development opportunities.

As part of the Iola community, the school emphasizes a partnership between educators, families, and the local district to support student success. Through its official website, usd257.org, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and the public regarding academic programs, district policies, and upcoming events. By focusing on a well-rounded educational experience, Iola Middle School strives to cultivate a positive learning atmosphere that empowers students to reach their full potential within their community.

For more information, contact Iola Middle School at (620) 365-4785 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

600 East Street
Iola, KS 66749-3095
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IOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Iola, KS with about 392 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Iola
Total Students:
392
Teachers:
26.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 392 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending IOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.4%
Two or more races
7.1%
Hispanic/Latino
4.8%
Black or African American
2.8%
Asian
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.