For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 202 students in 52043, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 52043, IA is Central Middle School/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 52043 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52043, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52043, IA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School/high School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 1st Street Nw
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1750
Elkader, IA 52043
(563) 245-1750
Gr: 7-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 52043, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52043, IA include Central Middle School/high School.
How many public middle schools are located in 52043?
1 public middle schools are located in 52043.
What is the racial composition of students in 52043?
52043 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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