For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 329 students in 50579, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 50579, IA is South Central Calhoun Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50579 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50579, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50579, IA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Central Calhoun Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Tonawanda Street
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Gr: 4-8 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
50579, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 Tonawanda Ave
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Gr: 4-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50579, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50579, IA include South Central Calhoun Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50579?
1 public middle schools are located in 50579.
What is the racial composition of students in 50579?
50579 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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