For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 804 students in 50211, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50211, IA is Norwalk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50211 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50211, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50211, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwalk Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Cherry Street
Norwalk, IA 50211
(515) 981-0435
Norwalk, IA 50211
(515) 981-0435
Grades: 6-8
| 804 students
50211, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
906 School Ave
Norwalk, IA 50211
(515) 981-9370
Norwalk, IA 50211
(515) 981-9370
Grades: 1-5
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50211, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50211, IA include Norwalk Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50211?
1 public middle schools are located in 50211.
What is the racial composition of students in 50211?
50211 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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