For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 709 students in Allamakee County, IA.
The top ranked public middle schools in Allamakee County, IA are Waukon Middle School, Lansing Middle School and John R Mott Jr/hi School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Allamakee County, IA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in Allamakee County have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Allamakee County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waukon Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1059 3rd Ave Nw
Waukon, IA 52172
(563) 568-6321
Waukon, IA 52172
(563) 568-6321
Gr: 6-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Lansing Middle School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
569 Center St.
Lansing, IA 52151
(563) 538-4201
Lansing, IA 52151
(563) 538-4201
Gr: 5-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
John R Mott Jr/hi School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
314 W Post
Postville, IA 52162
(563) 864-7652
Postville, IA 52162
(563) 864-7652
Gr: 7-12 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Allamakee County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Allamakee Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
12 East Main
Waukon, IA 52172
(563) 568-3842
Waukon, IA 52172
(563) 568-3842
Gr: 9-12
115 Main Street
Waterville, IA 52170
(563) 535-7245
Waterville, IA 52170
(563) 535-7245
Gr: PK-5 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Allamakee County, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in Allamakee County, IA include Waukon Middle School, Lansing Middle School and John R Mott Jr/hi School.
How many public middle schools are located in Allamakee County?
3 public middle schools are located in Allamakee County.
What is the racial composition of students in Allamakee County?
Allamakee County public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.