For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,106 students in 50327, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50327, IA is Southeast Polk 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 50327 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50327, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50327, IA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Polk Junior High School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8325 Ne University Ave.
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 967-5509
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 967-5509
Gr: 7-8 | 1,106 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50327, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50327, IA include Southeast Polk Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50327?
1 public middle schools are located in 50327.
What is the racial composition of students in 50327?
50327 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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