For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 97 students in 52738, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 52738, IA is Columbus Community Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 52738 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52738, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52738, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbus Community Junior High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1004 Colton St
Columbus Junction, IA 52738
(319) 728-2233
Columbus Junction, IA 52738
(319) 728-2233
Gr: 7-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 52738, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52738, IA include Columbus Community Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 52738?
1 public middle schools are located in 52738.
What is the racial composition of students in 52738?
52738 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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