Serving 327 students in grades 6-8, Solon Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Solon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Solon Middle School's student population of 327 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Solon Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Solon Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 1233 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Solon Middle School's ranking?
Solon Middle School is ranked #94 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Solon Middle School often compared to?
Solon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Solon Middle School?
327 students attend Solon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Solon Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Solon Middle School?
Solon Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Solon Middle School offer ?
Solon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Solon Middle School part of?
Solon Middle School is part of Solon Comm School District.
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