Serving 913 students in grades 6-8, Gerald W Kirn Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gerald W Kirn Middle School's student population of 913 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
913 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gerald W Kirn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gerald W Kirn Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#902 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
75%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerald W Kirn Middle School's ranking?
Gerald W Kirn Middle School is ranked #902 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Gerald W Kirn Middle School often compared to?
Gerald W Kirn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Middle/senior High School, Woodrow Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Gerald W Kirn Middle School?
913 students attend Gerald W Kirn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Gerald W Kirn Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerald W Kirn Middle School?
Gerald W Kirn Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gerald W Kirn Middle School offer ?
Gerald W Kirn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gerald W Kirn Middle School part of?
Gerald W Kirn Middle School is part of Council Bluffs Comm School District.
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