| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard-Winneshiek Community School District | Elma | 7/10 Good · 62nd pct | 1,060 | 3 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Riceville Community School District | Mc Intire | 5/10 Average · 43rd pct | 406 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Howard County compares
Together they enroll 1,466 students across 5 schools. The largest is Howard-Winneshiek Community School District with 1,060 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 7/10.
School Districts in Howard County, Iowa
Howard County has 2 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Howard County is Howard-Winneshiek 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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