For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 147 students in Guthrie County, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Guthrie County, IA is Panorama Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Guthrie County, IA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in Guthrie County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Guthrie County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Panorama Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 W. Main
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Guthrie County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
906 School St
Guthrie Center, IA 50115
(641) 332-2974
Guthrie Center, IA 50115
(641) 332-2974
Gr: 7-8 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Panorama Charter High School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
701 West Main
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Panora, IA 50216
(641) 755-2317
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Guthrie County, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Guthrie County, IA include Panorama Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Guthrie County?
1 public middle schools are located in Guthrie County.
What is the racial composition of students in Guthrie County?
Guthrie County public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
The School Choice Comparison Worksheet: 15 Factors Beyond Test Scores
Compare public schools with confidence using this 15-factor worksheet that looks beyond test scores to school culture, programs, safety, and student support.
Boundary Changes and Rezoning: How to Protect Your Child's School Plan
Learn why school boundary changes happen, how rezoning affects families, and the practical steps parents can take to protect their child's educational plan.
Teacher Turnover: How to Read the Warning Signs
Learn how to identify warning signs of teacher turnover, what causes frequent staff changes, and how parents can evaluate school stability.