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#778 of 1,280 schools in IA
Bondurant-farrar Junior High
Middle School · Bondurant-Farrar Comm School District
1201 Grant Street, Bondurant, IA 50035
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#778 of 1,280
In Bondurant
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Bondurant-Farrar Comm School District
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About Bondurant-farrar Junior High
Bondurant-farrar Junior High is a public middle school in Bondurant, IA, part of Bondurant-Farrar Comm School District. Bondurant-farrar Junior High serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bondurant-farrar Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #778 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Bondurant-farrar Junior High show 75% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Bondurant-farrar Junior High 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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Bondurant-farrar Junior High — Students at Bondurant-farrar Junior High score 80% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 5 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
How Bondurant-farrar Junior High Compares
See how Bondurant-farrar Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1201 Grant Street, Bondurant, IA 50035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bondurant-farrar Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bondurant - Farrar Intermediate School (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Southeast Polk Junior High (rated 6.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Hill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Spring Creek - 6th Grade (rated 6.4/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Hill), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bondurant, see our Bondurant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bondurant-Farrar High School Bondurant | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Bondurant - Farrar Intermediate School Bondurant | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Anderson Elementary School Bondurant | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Morris Elementary Bondurant | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Altoona Elementary Altoona | 4.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Willowbrook Elementary Altoona | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Centennial Elementary Altoona | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Clay Elementary Altoona | 6.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Delaware Elementary Des Moines | 6.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Mitchellville Elementary Mitchellville | 5.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Spring Creek - 6th Grade Pleasant Hill | 8.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Southeast Polk High School Pleasant Hill | 8.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Southeast Polk Junior High Pleasant Hill | 8.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Brubaker Elementary School Des Moines | 7.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Hoyt Middle School Des Moines | 7.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GRAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Des Moines | 7.0 mi | 4.7 |
| McKee Elementary School Des Moines | 8.0 mi | 2.6 |
| Southeast Elementary School Ankeny | 6.6 mi | 6.0 |
| East Elementary School Ankeny | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Northeast Elementary Ankeny | 6.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,915
Median Home Value
$297,100
Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Population
9,668
College Educated
52.4%
Homeownership
91.3%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carlisle Middle School Carlisle, IA | 6.0 |
| Central Lee Middle School Donnellson, IA | 5.8 |
| Washington Middle School Washington, IA | 5.8 |
| Webster City Middle School Webster City, IA | 5.8 |
| Knoxville Middle School Knoxville, IA | 6.1 |
| Charles City Middle School Charles City, IA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bondurant-farrar Junior High
What grades does Bondurant-farrar Junior High serve?
Bondurant-farrar Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Bondurant-farrar Junior High?
Bondurant-farrar Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bondurant-farrar Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Bondurant-farrar Junior High is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bondurant-farrar Junior High rank in IA?
Bondurant-farrar Junior High ranks #778 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Bondurant-farrar Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Bondurant-farrar Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Bondurant-farrar Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bondurant-farrar Junior High has 75% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).
Is Bondurant-farrar Junior High a charter school?
No, Bondurant-farrar Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bondurant-farrar Junior High a Title I school?
No, Bondurant-farrar Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bondurant-farrar Junior High?
21.3% of students at Bondurant-farrar Junior High 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
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.8%
- Phone
- (515) 957-7970
Resources & Links
District
Bondurant-Farrar Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 2,767
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,454
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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