For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 256 students in Winterset, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Winterset, IA is Winterset Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winterset, IA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in Winterset have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Winterset, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winterset Junior High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
720 Husky Dr
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3336
Winterset, IA 50273
(515) 462-3336
Gr: 7-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Winterset, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Winterset, IA include Winterset Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Winterset?
1 public middle schools are located in Winterset.
What is the racial composition of students in Winterset?
Winterset public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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