For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 853 students in 52240, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 52240, IA is Southeast Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 52240 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52240, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52240, IA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southeast Junior High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Bradford Dr
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1070
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1070
Gr: 7-8 | 853 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 52240, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52240, IA include Southeast Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 52240?
1 public middle schools are located in 52240.
What is the racial composition of students in 52240?
52240 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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