For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 3,705 students in 50263, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50263, IA are Waukee Middle School, Timberline School and South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 50263 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50263, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50263, IA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waukee Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
905 S. Warrior Lane
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Gr: 6-8 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Timberline School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2605 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Gr: 8-9 | 992 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
South Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2350 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Gr: 6-7 | 1,092 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
1455 Nw Douglas Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
50263, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
430 Ashowrth Dr
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50263, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50263, IA include Waukee Middle School, Timberline School and South Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50263?
4 public middle schools are located in 50263.
What is the racial composition of students in 50263?
50263 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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