Below Average
#1070 of 1,280 schools in IA
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School
Middle School · Burlington Comm School District
3075 Sunnyside Avenue, Burlington, IA 52601
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,070 of 1,280
In Burlington
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Burlington Comm School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Aldo Leopold Intermediate School
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About Aldo Leopold Intermediate School
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is a public middle school in Burlington, IA, part of Burlington Comm School District. Aldo Leopold Intermediate School serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Aldo Leopold Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,070 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Aldo Leopold Intermediate School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 3.6
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Aldo Leopold Intermediate School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Aldo Leopold Intermediate School — Students at Aldo Leopold Intermediate School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 4.0/10.
How Aldo Leopold Intermediate School Compares
See how Aldo Leopold Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3075 Sunnyside Avenue, Burlington, IA 52601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aldo Leopold Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mediapolis Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Mediapolis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edward Stone Middle School (rated 2.8/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,123
Median Home Value
$125,500
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
27,465
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
43.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aldo Leopold Intermediate School
What grades does Aldo Leopold Intermediate School serve?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Aldo Leopold Intermediate School?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aldo Leopold Intermediate School?
The student-teacher ratio at Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aldo Leopold Intermediate School rank in IA?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School ranks #1,070 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Aldo Leopold Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?
Aldo Leopold Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Aldo Leopold Intermediate School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aldo Leopold Intermediate School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Aldo Leopold Intermediate School a charter school?
No, Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aldo Leopold Intermediate School a Title I school?
No, Aldo Leopold Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aldo Leopold Intermediate School?
62.7% of students at Aldo Leopold Intermediate 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Des Moines County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (319) 752-8390
Resources & Links
District
Burlington Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 3,233
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,619
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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