| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Buchanan Community School District | Aurora | 7/10 Good · 66th pct | 583 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Jesup Community School District | Jesup | 6/10 Average · 56th pct | 1,069 | 6 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Independence Community School District | Independence | 3/10 Below Average · 21st pct | 1,496 | 4 | PK–12 | 3 |
How Buchanan County compares
Together they enroll 3,148 students across 13 schools. The largest is Independence Community School District with 1,496 students. Districts here average 5.3/10, below the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 7/10.
School Districts in Buchanan County, Iowa
Buchanan County has 3 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Buchanan County is East Buchanan Community School District (7/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Iowa. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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