For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 128 students in 51240, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 51240, IA is West Lyon Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 51240 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 51240, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51240, IA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Lyon Junior High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1787 182nd Street
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Inwood, IA 51240
(712) 753-4917
Gr: 7-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 51240, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 51240, IA include West Lyon Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 51240?
1 public middle schools are located in 51240.
What is the racial composition of students in 51240?
51240 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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