For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 327 students in 50579, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50579, IA is South Central Calhoun Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50579 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50579, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50579, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Central Calhoun Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Tonawanda Street
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Grades: 4-8
| 327 students
50579, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1000 Tonawanda Ave
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Rockwell City, IA 50579
(712) 297-8111
Grades: 4-8
| 326 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50579, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50579, IA include South Central Calhoun Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50579?
1 public middle schools are located in 50579.
What is the racial composition of students in 50579?
50579 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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