For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,335 students in 50131, IA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 50131, IA are Summit Middle School and Johnston Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 50131 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50131, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50131, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9500 Windsor Parkway
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 986-0318
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 986-0318
Gr: 6-7 | 1,135 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Johnston Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6501 Nw 62nd Ave
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-0476
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 278-0476
Gr: 8-9 | 1,200 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
50131, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Youth Homes Of Middle America (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
7085 Nw Beaver Dr
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 276-3473
Johnston, IA 50131
(515) 276-3473
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50131, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50131, IA include Summit Middle School and Johnston Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50131?
2 public middle schools are located in 50131.
What is the racial composition of students in 50131?
50131 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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