Nevada Middle School

Nevada Comm School District
1035 15th St
Nevada, IA 50201
442 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Nevada Middle School, located at 1035 15th St in Nevada, Iowa, serves as a vital component of the Nevada Community School District, focusing on the educational and developmental needs of students in the middle grades. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the transition between elementary and high school. By emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of secondary education and beyond through a curriculum that aligns with state standards and district goals.

Beyond the classroom, Nevada Middle School encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student organizations. These programs are designed to help students discover new interests, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community within the school. With a focus on collaboration between teachers, parents, and the broader Nevada community, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages academic achievement and personal character development for every student.
442
Total Students
29.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    359 (81.8%)
  • Hispanic
    58 (13.2%)
  • Two or More
    16 (3.6%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.9%)
  • Black
    1 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
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: Nevada Comm School District
Phone: (515)382-2751
Website: http://www.nevadacubs.org/school/nevada-middle-school/
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 442
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 160
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 26

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 5 120
Grade 6 91
Grade 7 122
Grade 8 109
Gender Ratio