What grades does Gerald W Kirn Middle School serve?

Gerald W Kirn Middle School operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Council Bluffs area.

Where is Gerald W Kirn Middle School located?

Gerald W Kirn Middle School is a urban school in Council Bluffs, IA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerald W Kirn Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gerald W Kirn Middle School is 14.3:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Council Bluffs, IA?

Schools in Council Bluffs include Gerald W Kirn Middle School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Council Bluffs area.

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Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

914

Student:Teacher

14.3:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Council Bluffs Comm School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

51.4%

Phone

(712)328-6454

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

61%

24th percentile in IA

Math Proficiency

50%

18th percentile in IA

Chronic Absenteeism

24.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

141 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.3:1

Near average in IA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,024

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

63.79

100% fully certified

Counselors

2.98

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,159

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,058

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,539

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 53%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$299,297

+1.8% 1yr+32.1% 5yr

Omaha, NE metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.2%

Below 150% poverty line

3.5%

Unemployment rate

5.2%

Uninsured residents

9.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,752

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,664

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

913

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerald W Kirn Middle School

Gerald W Kirn Middle School has a total enrollment of 914 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in Council Bluffs, IA.