| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Community School District | Spencer | 6/10 Average · 54th pct | 2,341 | 5 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Clay Central-Everly Community School District | Everly | 5/10 Average · 48th pct | 72 | 1 | PK–12 | 3 |
How Clay County compares
Together they enroll 2,413 students across 6 schools. The largest is Spencer Community School District with 2,341 students. Districts here average 5.5/10, level with the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Clay County, Iowa
Clay County has 2 public school districts covering 5 zip codes. The top-rated district in Clay County is Spencer Community School District (6/10). 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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