For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 208 students in Maxwell, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in Maxwell, IA is Collins-maxwell Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Maxwell, IA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in Maxwell have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Maxwell, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Collins-maxwell Middle/high School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Metcalf St.
Maxwell, IA 50161
(515) 387-1115
Maxwell, IA 50161
(515) 387-1115
Grades: 6-12
| 208 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Maxwell, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in Maxwell, IA include Collins-maxwell Middle/high School.
How many public middle schools are located in Maxwell?
1 public middle schools are located in Maxwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Maxwell?
Maxwell public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles

Is School Reform doing More Harm than Good?
We explore the effects of the government targeting low-performing schools for turnaround, as well as the backlash that has been seen from some low-income and minority populations.

Florida Schools: How Miami-Dade is Turning the Tide
This floundering school district has found new life in recent years. What is their secret to success?

Florida Schools: Duval SD Gets Help from Unlikely Source
An unexpected partnership between Duval County Schools and area churches appears to be successful for the schools getting assistance.