Welcome to Mid-Prairie!
We're glad you're here! Our public school district is located 15 miles south of the Iowa City/Coralville area. We proudly provide unique educational opportunities for our students while offering a variety of extracurricular activities to keep students and our community involved. Check out our recent social media posts, annual report, and Niche review below to see how our top-quality district can best serve you!

The Mid-Prairie Board of Education recently approved the plans recommended by the Facilities Advisory Committee (FAC) for a new building at Mid-Prairie High School. The new building will be situated between the existing indoor facility and the recently renovated press box. Its overall square footage is 12,800 and features a new 2,800 square foot weight room and 5,400 square feet of open space designed for multi-purpose use, including the capability to accommodate three full wrestling mats.

Twenty members of the Mid-Prairie FFA chapter traveled to Ames for the Iowa FFA Leadership Conference April 13-15. Those attending from Mid-Prairie were: Tate Bombei, Ellie Callahan, Quinn Callahan, Brock Fisher, Peighton Ford, Callie Huber, Dylan Humphrey, Adelyn Huston, Caedyn Huston, Averi Janecek, Sydney Knebel, Brynn Northup, Bowen Pennington, Kennah Robertson, Cuyler Rourke, Charlotte Sieren, Madelyn Sieren, Allie Whetstine, Jason Yoder and Brynn Younge.
Hawk Facts
Approximately 1800 students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
92% Staff retention rate reflecting our employees' sustained commitment
Over 30 athletic teams between the middle and high schools.
80% of favorable staff responses measuring meaningful work and a positive work environment
1,191 parents & guardians receive weekly/biweekly communication
HS Choir | 100 members | 1 student selected for OPUS Honor Choir | Mixed Choir I Rating | Ladies Lyrica II Rating | Honor Choir Attendees | 3 Sold Out Madrigal Performances
Hawk Pride

William is a student who shows outstanding character at school. He consistently comes to class ready to learn, with all of his materials ready. He is open to working with any student and helps them learn along the way. He is respectful towards all students and staff members at MPMS. William is an active listener that goes above and beyond to be successful in class.

Brittney has a positive attitude, always does her best work and sets a great example for her fellow students. She goes above and beyond to help whenever and wherever she can.

Haylee is always respectful and asks great questions during class discussions to challenge other peers' thinking. She goes above and beyond especially in math with her work shown and volunteers often to share her strategies. We are proud of the leadership role she demonstrates in group work. Way to go, Haylee!

Madison is a positive leader within our classroom. She has high expectations of herself and her classmates. Madison displays patience and compassion to her peers. She is very good at academically "coaching" her peers when they need help without giving answers away. She is very inclusive of peers and never leaves anyone out. She is very aware of others' feelings and wants everyone to be successful and included.

Miss Bontrager's class is happy to share this week's episode of MP-West School News!
https://youtu.be/Wxi_KTOzhIg

Mrs. Fisher's class hosts this week's episode of MP-East School News!
https://youtu.be/Ond5aC-KZ0E

Congratulations to MPHS Student of the Week, Greyson Ghumm! Greyson was nominated by Mrs. Meader, "Greyson has gone above and beyond helping backstage for the play. He shows up with a positive, can-do attitude and is a quick-on-his-feet problem solver. He has a bright future in the drama department!" Great work, Greyson!

Mrs. Gingerich's third-grade class is excited to share today's episode of MP-West School News with you!
https://youtu.be/-ydnrF6wTA8

Check out this week's MP-East School News hosted by Mrs. Lundberg's class!
https://youtu.be/NjNOdr2LRJk

Congratulations to MPHS Student of the Week, Lillian Purkeypile! Lillian was nominated by Mrs. Boman, "She is a great student! But more than that she is a great friend to her peers. Lily is always willing to help her friends understand concepts and sometimes teaches them the entire lesson! She is genuine, friendly, and funny! Her hard work, empathy, patience, and intelligence make me proud to be her teacher!" Great work, Lillian!