For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 343 students in 51537, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 51537, IA is Harlan Community Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 51537 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 51537, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51537, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harlan Community Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2108 Durant Street
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3196
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-3196
Grades: 6-8
| 343 students
51537, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Harlan Community Flexible Education Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2712 12th St
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2457
Harlan, IA 51537
(712) 755-2457
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 51537, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 51537, IA include Harlan Community Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 51537?
1 public middle schools are located in 51537.
What is the racial composition of students in 51537?
51537 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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