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#916 of 1,280 schools in IA
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Middle School · Council Bluffs Comm School District
712 N 21st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#916 of 1,280
In Council Bluffs
#13 of 17
public schools
In district
#9 of 14
Council Bluffs Comm School District
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About Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Woodrow Wilson Middle School is a public middle school in Council Bluffs, IA, part of Council Bluffs Comm School District. Woodrow Wilson Middle School serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodrow Wilson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #916 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Woodrow Wilson Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Woodrow Wilson Middle 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.
37% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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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Woodrow Wilson Middle School — Students at Woodrow Wilson Middle School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 6.8/10.
How Woodrow Wilson Middle School Compares
See how Woodrow Wilson 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
712 N 21st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wilson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lewis & Clark Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gerald W Kirn Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hoover Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Council Bluffs, see our Council Bluffs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt Elementary School Council Bluffs | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Edison Elementary School Council Bluffs | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School Council Bluffs | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Bloomer Elementary School Council Bluffs | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Franklin Elementary School Council Bluffs | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Rue Elementary School Council Bluffs | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Lewis & Clark Elementary School Council Bluffs | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| NCYF COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | — |
| Hoover Elementary School Council Bluffs | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Gerald W Kirn Middle School Council Bluffs | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Carter Lake Elementary School Carter Lake | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| E A Kreft Primary School Council Bluffs | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST ALBERT CATHOLIC Council Bluffs | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL Council Bluffs | 3.3 mi | — |
| Abraham Lincoln High School Council Bluffs | 2.9 mi | 3.8 |
| PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| BANCROFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 3.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Lewis Central Senior High School Council Bluffs | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,314
Median Home Value
$140,400
Median Rent
$997/mo
Population
34,928
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southeast Junior High School Iowa City, 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 Woodrow Wilson Middle School
What grades does Woodrow Wilson Middle School serve?
Woodrow Wilson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Middle School?
Woodrow Wilson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Middle School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodrow Wilson Middle School rank in IA?
Woodrow Wilson Middle School ranks #916 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Woodrow Wilson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wilson Middle 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 Woodrow Wilson Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodrow Wilson Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Woodrow Wilson Middle School a charter school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodrow Wilson Middle School a Title I school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Middle School?
61.7% of students at Woodrow Wilson 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 866
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pottawattamie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (712) 328-6476
Resources & Links
District
Council Bluffs Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 8,546
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,159
- District Rank
- #9 of 14
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