Very Good
#249 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 19% in state
Adair-casey Jr. High School
Middle School · Adair-Casey Comm School District
3384 Indigo Ave., Adair, IA 50002
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#249 of 1,280
In Adair
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Adair-Casey Comm School District
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Adair-casey Jr. High School
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About Adair-casey Jr. High School
Adair-casey Jr. High School is a public middle school in Adair, IA, part of Adair-Casey Comm School District. Adair-casey Jr.
High School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Adair-casey Jr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Adair-casey Jr. High School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Adair-casey Jr. High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Adair-casey Jr. High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Adair-casey Jr. High School — Students at Adair-casey Jr. High School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 19 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Adair-casey Jr. High School Compares
See how Adair-casey Jr. High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3384 Indigo Ave., Adair, IA 50002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adair-casey Jr. High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nodaway Valley Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Fontanelle), with a very similar rating. Another option is Panorama Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Panora), a more accessible option. Additionally, Iowa Connections Academy Middle School (rated 2.9/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Anita), a more accessible option. For more schools in Adair, see our Adair schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,250
Median Home Value
$190,300
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
1,522
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
81.6%
Avg Commute
17.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| George-Little Rock Middle School George, IA | 8.2 |
| West Monona Middle School Onawa, IA | 8.2 |
| Woodbury Central Middle School Moville, IA | 7.5 |
| Montezuma Junior High School Montezuma, IA | 8.6 |
| MVAO Middle School Anthon, IA | 7.2 |
| Lansing Middle School Lansing, IA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adair-casey Jr. High School
What grades does Adair-casey Jr. High School serve?
Adair-casey Jr. High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Adair-casey Jr. High School?
Adair-casey Jr. High School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adair-casey Jr. High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Adair-casey Jr. High School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adair-casey Jr. High School rank in IA?
Adair-casey Jr. High School ranks #249 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Adair-casey Jr. High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Adair-casey Jr. High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adair-casey Jr. High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adair-casey Jr. High School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Adair-casey Jr. High School a charter school?
No, Adair-casey Jr. High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adair-casey Jr. High School a Title I school?
No, Adair-casey Jr. High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adair-casey Jr. High School?
39.3% of students at Adair-casey Jr. High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Guthrie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.4%
- Phone
- (641) 746-2241
Resources & Links
District
Adair-Casey Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 245
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,834
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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