Best 50261 Iowa Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 241 students in 50261, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50261, IA is Van Meter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50261 have an average math proficiency score of 88% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 92% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50261, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% 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 25% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50261, IA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Meter Middle School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Gr: 6-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50261, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50261, IA include Van Meter Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50261?
1 public middle schools are located in 50261.
What is the racial composition of students in 50261?
50261 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

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