For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 228 students in 50257, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50257, IA is Interstate 35 Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50257 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50257, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50257, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Interstate 35 Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
405 E North Street
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Grades: 5-8
| 228 students
50257, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
445 East North St
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4901
Grades: PK
| 43 students
405 East North St
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Truro, IA 50257
(641) 765-4818
Grades: 9-12
| 287 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50257, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50257, IA include Interstate 35 Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50257?
1 public middle schools are located in 50257.
What is the racial composition of students in 50257?
50257 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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