For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 217 students in 50638, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 50638, IA is Grundy Center Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50638 have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50638, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50638, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grundy Center Middle School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1006 M Ave
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-5464
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-5464
Gr: 5-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
50638, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Grundy Center Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
802 J Ave
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-6257
Grundy Center, IA 50638
(319) 825-6257
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50638, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50638, IA include Grundy Center Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50638?
1 public middle schools are located in 50638.
What is the racial composition of students in 50638?
50638 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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