For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,025 students in 50703, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50703, IA are George Washington Carver Academy and Expo Alternative Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 50703 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50703, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50703, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Washington Carver Academy
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1505 Logan Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2500
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Expo Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Independence Ave
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Gr: 6-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
50703, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Expo High School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
927 Franklin
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 433-1930
Gr: 9-12
1913 Heath St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 235-5557
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 235-5557
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
200 E Arlington St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 291-4883
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 291-4883
Gr: K-5 | 79 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50703, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50703, IA include George Washington Carver Academy and Expo Alternative Learning Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 50703?
2 public middle schools are located in 50703.
What is the racial composition of students in 50703?
50703 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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