Average
#925 of 1,280 schools in IA
Southeast Junior High School
Middle School · Iowa City Comm School District
2501 Bradford Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#925 of 1,280
In Iowa City
#13 of 17
public schools
In district
#24 of 29
Iowa City Comm School District
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Southeast Junior High School
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About Southeast Junior High School
Southeast Junior High School is a public middle school in Iowa City, IA, part of Iowa City Comm School District. Southeast Junior High School serves approximately 853 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Southeast Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #925 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Southeast Junior High School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southeast Junior High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at Southeast Junior High 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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Southeast Junior High School — Students at Southeast Junior High School score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.6%
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: 7.2/10.
How Southeast Junior High School Compares
See how Southeast Junior 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
2501 Bradford Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southeast Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Herbert Hoover Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alexander Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Iowa City, see our Iowa City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School Iowa City | 0.2 mi | 2.2 |
| WILLOWWIND SCHOOL Iowa City | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Robert Lucas Elementary School Iowa City | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School Iowa City | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Iowa City High School Iowa City | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Iowa City | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Helen Lemme Elementary School Iowa City | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Iowa City | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| REGINA CATHOLIC EDUCATION CENTER Iowa City | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Alexander Elementary Iowa City | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School Iowa City | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Horace Mann Elementary School Iowa City | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| ICCSD PK-12 Online Learning Program Iowa City | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Iowa City | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Ernest Horn Elementary School Iowa City | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Central Elementary School Coralville | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| West Senior High School Iowa City | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,189
Median Home Value
$241,100
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
36,046
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
28.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Council Bluffs, IA | 5.3 |
| Clinton Middle School Clinton, IA | 5.2 |
| Meredith Middle School Des Moines, IA | 5.5 |
| Fort Dodge Middle School Fort Dodge, IA | 5.0 |
| McCombs Middle School Des Moines, IA | 4.9 |
| Ames Middle School Ames, IA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southeast Junior High School
What grades does Southeast Junior High School serve?
Southeast Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Southeast Junior High School?
Southeast Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 853 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southeast Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southeast Junior High School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southeast Junior High School rank in IA?
Southeast Junior High School ranks #925 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Southeast Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southeast Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Southeast Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeast Junior High School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southeast Junior High School a charter school?
No, Southeast Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southeast Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Southeast Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southeast Junior High School?
49.6% of students at Southeast Junior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 853
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Johnson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (319) 688-1070
Resources & Links
District
Iowa City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 14,776
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
- District Rank
- #24 of 29
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