For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,423 students in 52501, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52501, IA are Evans Junior High School, Liberty Intermediate School and Ottumwa Virtual Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 52501 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52501, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52501, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evans Junior High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
812 Chester Avenue
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6511
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6511
Gr: 8-9 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Intermediate School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
50 Traxler Drive
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 682-4502
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 682-4502
Gr: 6-7 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Ottumwa Virtual Learning
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
115 N Ferry St
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
Ottumwa, IA 52501
(641) 684-6597
Gr: PK-12 | 106 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 52501, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52501, IA include Evans Junior High School, Liberty Intermediate School and Ottumwa Virtual Learning.
How many public middle schools are located in 52501?
3 public middle schools are located in 52501.
What is the racial composition of students in 52501?
52501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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