| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hamilton Community School District | Ellsworth | 9/10 Excellent · 89th pct | 690 | 2 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Webster City Community School District | Blairsburg | 5/10 Average · 40th pct | 1,827 | 5 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Stratford Community School District | Stratford | 3/10 Below Average · 29th pct | 80 | 1 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Hamilton County compares
Together they enroll 2,597 students across 8 schools. The largest is Webster City Community School District with 1,827 students. Districts here average 5.7/10, above the Iowa average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Hamilton County, Iowa
Hamilton County has 3 public school districts covering 9 zip codes. The top-rated district in Hamilton County is South Hamilton Community School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (ISASP 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Iowa. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Hamilton County, IA?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Hamilton County, IA. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Hamilton County, IA?
Of the districts serving Hamilton County, South Hamilton Community School District has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 89th percentile among Iowa school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Iowa reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Iowa and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Iowa only, never across state lines.