For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 94 students in 51638, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 51638, IA is Essex Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 51638 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 51638, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51638, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Essex Junior-senior High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 Forbes St
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3115
Essex, IA 51638
(712) 379-3115
Gr: 6-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 51638, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 51638, IA include Essex Junior-senior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 51638?
1 public middle schools are located in 51638.
What is the racial composition of students in 51638?
51638 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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