| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Dubuque County Community School District | Bernard | 8/10 Good · 73rd pct | 3,742 | 8 | PK–12 | 10 |
| Dubuque Community School District | Dubuque | 2/10 Poor · 16th pct | 10,518 | 18 | PK–12 | 7 |
How Dubuque County compares
Together they enroll 14,260 students across 26 schools. The largest is Dubuque Community School District with 10,518 students. Districts here average 5.0/10, below the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Dubuque County, Iowa
Dubuque County has 2 public school districts covering 17 zip codes. The top-rated district in Dubuque County is Western Dubuque County Community School District (8/10). 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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