Below Average
#1134 of 1,280 schools in IA
Evans Middle School
Middle School · Ottumwa Comm School District
812 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,134 of 1,280
In Ottumwa
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Ottumwa Comm School District
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Evans Middle School
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About Evans Middle School
Evans Middle School is a public middle school in Ottumwa, IA, part of Ottumwa Comm School District. Evans Middle School serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Evans Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,134 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Evans Middle School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Evans Middle 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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Evans Middle School — Students at Evans Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.1/10.
How Evans Middle School Compares
See how Evans Middle 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
812 Chester Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evans Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cardinal Junior High (rated 7.7/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Eldon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Davis County Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ottumwa, see our Ottumwa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OTTUMWA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ottumwa | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Pickwick Early Childhood Center Ottumwa | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Liberty Elementary School Ottumwa | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Douma Elementary School Ottumwa | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Gateway High School Ottumwa | 1.6 mi | — |
| SETON CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ottumwa | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Ottumwa High School Ottumwa | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| James Elementary School Ottumwa | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Wilson Elementary School Ottumwa | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Ottumwa | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Ottumwa Virtual Learning Ottumwa | 2.6 mi | 1.6 |
| Eisenhower Elementary School Ottumwa | 4.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Cardinal Elementary Eldon | 10.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Cardinal High School Eldon | 10.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Cardinal Junior High Eldon | 10.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Blakesburg Elementary Blakesburg | 11.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Fremont Elementary Fremont | 14.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Jr/Sr High Eddyville | 14.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Davis County Elementary Bloomfield | 17.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Davis County Middle School Bloomfield | 17.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,091
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$955/mo
Population
30,341
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
39.4
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|---|---|
| Weeks Middle School Des Moines, IA | 4.1 |
| Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.2 |
| Glenwood Middle School Glenwood, IA | 4.2 |
| Callanan Middle School Des Moines, IA | 4.3 |
| McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.3 |
| Wood Intermediate Davenport, IA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evans Middle School
What grades does Evans Middle School serve?
Evans Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Evans Middle School?
Evans Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evans Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Evans Middle School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evans Middle School rank in IA?
Evans Middle School ranks #1,134 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Evans Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Evans Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Evans Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evans Middle School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Evans Middle School a charter school?
No, Evans Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Evans Middle School a Title I school?
No, Evans Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evans Middle School?
52.1% of students at Evans Middle 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
- 689
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wapello County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (641) 684-6511
Resources & Links
District
Ottumwa Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,011
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,391
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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