For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 184 students in 51576, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 51576, IA is Underwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 51576 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 51576, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51576, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Underwood Middle School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
601 Third Street
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2332
Underwood, IA 51576
(712) 566-2332
Gr: 6-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 51576, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 51576, IA include Underwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 51576?
1 public middle schools are located in 51576.
What is the racial composition of students in 51576?
51576 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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