Peet Junior High School

Peet Junior High School serves 690 students in grades 7-9 in Cedar Falls, Iowa, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing middle schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranking 72nd out of 1,288 Iowa schools, Peet demonstrates exceptional academic achievement that places it in the 94th percentile statewide. The school's strong academic performance is evident in its test results, with 87% of students scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and 80% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics.

These impressive outcomes reflect the dedicated work of 49 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.1 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention and support. Peet Junior High is situated in the 50613 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $72,239 and nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's median home value of $250,000 reflects a stable, middle-class community that values education.

Despite a poverty rate of 15.9%, the school successfully serves students from diverse economic backgrounds. Located on East Seerley Boulevard, Peet Junior High operates within Cedar Falls' small city environment, providing students with both educational excellence and the close-knit community feel that characterizes this Black Hawk County locale.