For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 100 students in 52653, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 52653, IA is Wapello 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 52653 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52653, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52653, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wapello Junior High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Buchanan St
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-8131
Wapello, IA 52653
(319) 523-8131
Gr: 6-8 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 52653, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52653, IA include Wapello Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 52653?
1 public middle schools are located in 52653.
What is the racial composition of students in 52653?
52653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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