For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 364 students in 51246, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 51246, IA is Central Lyon Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 51246 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 51246, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 51246, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Lyon Secondary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1010 S Greene Street
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Gr: 7-12 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
51246, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1105 S Story
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Rock Rapids, IA 51246
(712) 472-2664
Gr: 5-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 51246, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 51246, IA include Central Lyon Secondary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 51246?
1 public middle schools are located in 51246.
What is the racial composition of students in 51246?
51246 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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