For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Meter Middle School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
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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