Best 50049 Iowa Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 288 students in 50049, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 50049, IA is Chariton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50049 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50049, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50049, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chariton Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 N 16th
Chariton, IA 50049
(641) 774-5114
Gr: 6-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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50049, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
140 E Albia Road
Chariton, IA 50049
(641) 774-4723
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50049, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50049, IA include Chariton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50049?
1 public middle schools are located in 50049.
What is the racial composition of students in 50049?
50049 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

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