Ames Middle School
1,033 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Ames Middle School, located at 3915 Mortensen Road in Ames, Iowa, serves as a primary educational hub for the students in the Ames Community School District. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of adolescents, providing a bridge between elementary education and the academic rigor of high school. Its curriculum is designed to balance core academic subjects—such as language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—with a variety of elective opportunities that encourage students to explore personal interests and develop new skills.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community and personal growth, offering numerous extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs that help students build social connections and leadership abilities. By utilizing the resources provided through the Ames Community School District, Ames Middle School aims to cultivate a sense of belonging and academic excellence. Families and community members can stay informed about specific school events, academic calendars, and district-wide policies by visiting their official website at http://www.ames.k12.ia.us/AMS/AMS.html.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community and personal growth, offering numerous extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs that help students build social connections and leadership abilities. By utilizing the resources provided through the Ames Community School District, Ames Middle School aims to cultivate a sense of belonging and academic excellence. Families and community members can stay informed about specific school events, academic calendars, and district-wide policies by visiting their official website at http://www.ames.k12.ia.us/AMS/AMS.html.
1,033
Total Students
69.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
31.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 642 |
| Hispanic | 129 |
| Black | 103 |
| Asian | 77 |
| Two or More | 79 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White642 (62.2%)
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Hispanic129 (12.5%)
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Black103 (10.0%)
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Two or More79 (7.7%)
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Asian77 (7.5%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | Ames Comm School District |
| Phone: | (515)268-2400 |
| Website: | http://ams.amescsd.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,033 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 69.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 269 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 53 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
341
Grade 7
338
Grade 8
354
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 341 |
| Grade 7 | 338 |
| Grade 8 | 354 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 500 | 48.4% |
| Male | 532 | 51.5% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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