Top 5 Best Johnson County Public Middle Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 3,562 students in Johnson County, IA.
The top ranked public middle schools in Johnson County, IA are Solon Middle School, North Central Junior High School and Clear Creek Amana Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Johnson County, IA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in Johnson County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Johnson County (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Solon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1775 Racine Ave.
Solon, IA 52333
(319) 624-2381
Grades: 6-8
| 345 students
Rank: #22.
North Central Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
180 E. Forevergreen Rd
North Liberty, IA 52317
(319) 688-1210
Grades: 7-8
| 622 students
Rank: #33.
Clear Creek Amana Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
311 W Marengo Rd
Tiffin, IA 52340
(319) 545-4490
Grades: 6-8
| 640 students
Rank: #44.
Northwest Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1507 8th St
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1060
Grades: 7-8
| 730 students
Rank: #55.
Southeast Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2501 Bradford Dr
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1070
Grades: 7-8
| 812 students
Rank: #66.
Lone Tree Middle-senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
303 S Devoe St
Lone Tree, IA 52755
(319) 629-4610
Grades: 6-12
| 214 students
Rank: #77.
Iccsd Pk-12 Online Learning Program
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1725 N Dodge Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1000
Grades: K-12
| 199 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Johnson County, IA

Johnson County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2200 E Court St
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 688-1110
Grades: PK-6
| 297 students
611 Greenwood Dr
Iowa City, IA 52246
(319) 688-1155
Grades: PK-6
| 289 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in Johnson County, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in Johnson County, IA include Solon Middle School, North Central Junior High School and Clear Creek Amana Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Johnson County?
7 public middle schools are located in Johnson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Johnson County?
Johnson County public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Johnson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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