For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 400 students in 52253, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52253, IA are Lisbon Middle School and Lisbon Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 52253 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52253, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52253, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lisbon Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 90-94% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
235 W School St
Lisbon, IA 52253
(319) 455-2106
Lisbon, IA 52253
(319) 455-2106
Gr: 7-8 | 103 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Lisbon Secondary
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
235 W School St
Lisbon, IA 52253
(319) 455-2106
Lisbon, IA 52253
(319) 455-2106
Gr: 7-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 52253, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52253, IA include Lisbon Middle School and Lisbon Secondary.
How many public middle schools are located in 52253?
2 public middle schools are located in 52253.
What is the racial composition of students in 52253?
52253 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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