School Overview
Fort Dodge Middle School, located at 800 North 32nd Street in Fort Dodge, Iowa, serves as a central hub for the district’s adolescent learners. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary and high school by fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. As a key part of the Fort Dodge Community School District, the institution emphasizes preparing students for future success through a comprehensive curriculum that addresses core subjects while encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities, athletics, and exploratory programs.

The school's culture is centered on the district’s broader mission to provide a high-quality education that meets the needs of a diverse student body. By utilizing modern facilities and a structured support system, Fort Dodge Middle School strives to cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and community responsibility among its students. Staff members work closely with families to ensure that every student has access to the resources necessary to navigate the unique challenges of middle school, ultimately aiming to develop well-rounded, life-long learners who are ready to transition into the high school setting.
765
Total Students
44.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fort Dodge Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White511
Hispanic122
Black57
Asian4
Two or More69
American Indian1
  • White
    511 (66.9%)
  • Hispanic
    122 (16.0%)
  • Two or More
    69 (9.0%)
  • Black
    57 (7.5%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Fort Dodge Comm School District
Phone: (515)574-5691
Website: http://www.fdschools.org/schools/fort-dodge-middle-school/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 765
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 379
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 44
Grades Taught
Grade 6 256
Grade 7 266
Grade 8 243

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fort Dodge Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6256
Grade 7266
Grade 8243
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fort Dodge Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34945.6%
Male41554.2%
Not Specified10.2%