Wilson Middle School

Wilson Middle School is in the Southwest part of Cedar Rapids at 2301 J Street SW. It serves grades 6 through 8. The school has a smaller enrollment of 397 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, which makes it a friendly place that puts the needs of each student first. There are 48% female and 52% male in the student body. In math, 51% of students are proficient, and in reading, 55% are proficient. The smaller size of the school makes it easier for students and staff to get to know each other better. The school has a lot of different co-curricular activities to get students more involved. These include the Regeneration show choir, the drama club, and a number of sports like soccer and basketball. Students also benefit from programs like Project Lead The Way (PLTW) and Gifted & Talented (PACT) education, which are meant to challenge students of all skill levels. Prices for homes in the area usually range from $160,000 to $275,000. Parents are very sure that the school can get students ready for school. Wilson Middle School is working hard to be known as one ofthe best middle schools in Iowa.

Wilson is proposed to become the key intermediate school for "Area 2" in the latest 2026 consolidation draft. 2. The realignment focuses on maximizing building capacity while preparing students specifically for Jefferson High School. 3. This move is part of a broader effort to address a massive district budget shortfall and declining enrollment.

Q1. What sports can 7th graders at Wilson Middle School play with other schools this spring?

Ans. 7th graders at Wilson can play spring sports like track and field, tennis, and soccer, according to the district's middle school sports schedule.

Q2. Does Wilson Middle School have a dress code that students must follow?

Ans. The district-wide dress code says that students can't wear clothes with rude words, that they have to wear closed-toe shoes for safety, and that their clothes have to be appropriate for school.

Q3. Is there a breakfast program at Wilson Middle School for its students?

Ans. Yes, Wilson has a breakfast program that all students can use every day before the first period to make sure they are ready for morning lessons.

Q4. What choices do 8th graders at Wilson Middle School have for electives?

Ans. 8th graders can choose from a number of electives, such as band, orchestra, vocal music, art, family and consumer sciences, and industrial technology.

Q5. How does Wilson Middle School keep parents up to date on their child's academic progress during the semester?

Ans. The PowerSchool Parent Portal gives parents real-time access to grades and attendance, and there are also scheduled parent-teacher conferences to keep them up to date on their child's progress.