For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 853 students in 52240, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 52240, IA is Southeast 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 52240 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52240, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52240, IA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Junior High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Bradford Dr
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1070
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1070
Gr: 7-8 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 52240, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 52240, IA include Southeast Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 52240?
1 public middle schools are located in 52240.
What is the racial composition of students in 52240?
52240 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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