Serving 684 students in grades 8-9, Evans Junior High 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 54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evans Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Evans Junior High School's student population of 684 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
684 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Be the Best
School Rankings
Evans Junior High 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 Evans Junior High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1046 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
8%
7%
White
50%
70%
Hawaiian
10%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evans Junior High School's ranking?
Evans Junior High School is ranked #1046 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Evans Junior High School?
684 students attend Evans Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Evans Junior High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evans Junior High School?
Evans Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evans Junior High School offer ?
Evans Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Evans Junior High School part of?
Evans Junior High School is part of Ottumwa Comm School District.
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