For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,297 students in 50701, IA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 50701, IA are Hoover Middle School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 50701 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50701, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50701, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hoover Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
630 Hillcrest Rd
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2830
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2830
Grades: 6-8
| 831 students
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Katoski Dr
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2100
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 466 students
50701, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1700 Downing Ave
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2150
Waterloo, IA 50701
(319) 433-2150
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50701, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50701, IA include Hoover Middle School and Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50701?
2 public middle schools are located in 50701.
What is the racial composition of students in 50701?
50701 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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