For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 107 students in 50597, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 50597, IA is West Bend-mallard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50597 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50597, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50597, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Bend-mallard Middle School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 3rd Ave. Sw
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7831
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7831
Gr: 5-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
50597, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 3rd Ave Sw
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7821
West Bend, IA 50597
(515) 887-7821
Gr: PK-2 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50597, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50597, IA include West Bend-mallard Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50597?
1 public middle schools are located in 50597.
What is the racial composition of students in 50597?
50597 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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