For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 190 students in 50161, IA.
The top-ranked public school in 50161, IA is Collins-maxwell Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 50161 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50161, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50161, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Collins-maxwell Middle/high School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Metcalf St.
Maxwell, IA 50161
(515) 387-1115
Maxwell, IA 50161
(515) 387-1115
Gr: 6-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50161, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50161, IA include Collins-maxwell Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in 50161?
1 public schools are located in 50161.
What is the racial composition of students in 50161?
50161 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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