For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 855 students in 51501, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 51501, IA is Woodrow Wilson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 51501 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 51501, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51501, IA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
712 N 21st St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 328-6476
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 328-6476
Gr: 6-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
51501, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
815 N 18th St
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 328-6408
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 328-6408
Gr: 11-12
2920 Ave J
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 328-6525
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 328-6525
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 51501, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 51501, IA include Woodrow Wilson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 51501?
1 public middle schools are located in 51501.
What is the racial composition of students in 51501?
51501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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