For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 112 students in 51040, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 51040, IA is West Monona Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 51040 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 51040, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51040, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Monona Middle School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1314 15th St
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-9098
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-9098
Grades: 6-8
| 112 students
51040, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1100 10th
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1056
Onawa, IA 51040
(712) 433-1056
Grades: 3-5
| 157 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 51040, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 51040, IA include West Monona Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 51040?
1 public middle schools are located in 51040.
What is the racial composition of students in 51040?
51040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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