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Taft Middle School

5200 E Ave Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405, United States
+1 (319) 558-2243
http://crschools.us/
6.7
Overall Rating

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Taft Middle School Overview

About This School

Taft Middle School is a public middle in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, serving 593 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 70% in ELA and 63% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 38 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $74,028. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 299 students per counselor. The student body at Taft Middle School is 54% male and 46% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 67% White, 14% Black, 11% Two or More Races, 6% Hispanic, and 2% Asian.

593
Total Students
Grade 6-8
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
38 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts70%
Mathematics63%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Linn County
Students per Counselor
299:1

Taft Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

70%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 60%State Avg: 70%
63%
Mathematics
City Avg: 54%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 16.3:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
299
Students per Counselor

Taft Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
38

Average Teacher Salary

$74,028
City Avg: $74,321
State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor299:1

Taft Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.79%
Male
46.21%
Female
Total Enrollment: 593 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White66.61%
Hispanic6.41%
Asian2.19%
Black13.83%
Two or More Races10.62%
Native American0.17%

Taft Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Taft Middle School

Q: What is Taft Middle School?

A: Taft Middle School is a middle public located in Cedar Rapids.

Q: How many students attend Taft Middle School?

A: Taft Middle School has approximately 593 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Taft Middle School

Taft Middle School is a public middle in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, serving 593 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 70% in ELA and 63% in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 38 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $74,028. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 299 students per counselor. The student body at Taft Middle School is 54% male and 46% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 67% White, 14% Black, 11% Two or More Races, 6% Hispanic, and 2% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Taft Middle School - Cedar Rapids, IA

Quick Facts about Taft Middle School
School NameTaft Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location5200 E Ave Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405, Cedar Rapids, IA
CountyLinn County
Phone+1 (319) 558-2243
Total Students593
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers38
Rating6.7/10
ELA Proficiency70%
Math Proficiency63%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Taft Middle School

What is Taft Middle School?

Taft Middle School is a middle public located in Cedar Rapids.

How many students attend Taft Middle School?

Taft Middle School has approximately 593 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taft Middle School is 15:1.

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