For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 4,050 students in 50263, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50263, IA are Waukee Middle School, Prairieview School and Timberline School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 50263 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50263, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50263, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waukee Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
905 S. Warrior Lane
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Gr: 6-7 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Prairieview School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
655 Se University Ave
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-2770
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-2770
Gr: 8-9 | 1,078 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Timberline School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2605 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Gr: 8-9 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
South Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2350 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Gr: 6-7 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
1455 Nw Douglas Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Gr: 6-7 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
50263, Iowa 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
430 Ashowrth Dr
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50263, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50263, IA include Waukee Middle School, Prairieview School and Timberline School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50263?
5 public middle schools are located in 50263.
What is the racial composition of students in 50263?
50263 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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