Best 50208 Iowa Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 823 students in 50208, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 50208, IA is Berg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50208 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50208, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50208, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berg Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7741
Gr: 5-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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50208, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1900 N 5th Ave East
Newton, IA 50208
(641) 792-7742
Gr: K-3 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50208, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50208, IA include Berg Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50208?
1 public middle schools are located in 50208.
What is the racial composition of students in 50208?
50208 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

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