School Overview
Johnston Middle School, located in Johnston, Iowa, serves as a key transition point for students in the Johnston Community School District, typically catering to the 8th and 9th-grade levels. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and challenging academic environment that prepares students for the transition to the high school level. With a curriculum centered on core subjects, exploratory electives, and extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to address the developmental needs of early adolescents by balancing rigorous academics with social-emotional growth.

The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and collaborative learning, encouraging students to take ownership of their education through a variety of programs and activities. By leveraging modern educational tools and focusing on student-centered instruction, Johnston Middle School strives to cultivate a safe, inclusive culture where every student is encouraged to succeed. Its proximity to the broader Johnston school community allows for a cohesive academic path, ensuring that students are well-equipped with the skills and confidence necessary for their future success in secondary education.
1,166
Total Students
64.1
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
26.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Johnston Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White821
Hispanic83
Black100
Asian93
Two or More66
American Indian3
  • White
    821 (70.4 %)
  • Black
    100 (8.6 %)
  • Asian
    93 (8.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    83 (7.1 %)
  • Two or More
    66 (5.7 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Secondary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Johnston Comm School District
Phone: (515)278-0476
Website: http://www.johnstoncsd.org/school/johnston-middle-school/
Grade Range: 8th - 9th
Total Students: 1,166
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 64.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 262
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 51
Grades Taught
Grade 8 592
Grade 9 574

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Johnston Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 8592
Grade 9574
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Johnston Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52444.9%
Male64255.1%