Roland-Story Middle School

Roland-Story Comm School District
206 S Main St
Roland, IA 50236
331 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Roland-Story Middle School, located in the small community of Roland, Iowa, serves as a central pillar for the students of the Roland-Story Community School District. Committed to the academic and personal development of its student body, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and high school readiness. By prioritizing core curriculum standards alongside opportunities for personal growth, the school aims to prepare young adolescents for the challenges of their future academic careers.

Beyond its academic focus, Roland-Story Middle School prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit, which is characteristic of the district’s identity. The school encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs, allowing students to explore their interests and build lasting relationships with peers and staff. With a dedicated faculty and a focus on character development, the school strives to cultivate an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to be active, engaged, and responsible members of their community.
331
Total Students
20.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    304 (91.8%)
  • Hispanic
    9 (2.7%)
  • Black
    7 (2.1%)
  • Asian
    4 (1.2%)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.9%)
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: Roland-Story Comm School District
Phone: (515)388-4348
Website: http://www.rolandstory.school/o/ms
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 331
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 53
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15

* 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 94
Grade 6 79
Grade 7 66
Grade 8 92
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Gilbert Middle School
Gilbert Comm School District
408 Students
201 E. Mathews
Gilbert, IA 50105 (8.0 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th