| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Valley Community School District | Protivin | 8/10 Good · 75th pct | 375 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Howard-Winneshiek Community School District | Elma | 7/10 Good · 62nd pct | 1,060 | 3 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Riceville Community School District | Riceville | 5/10 Average · 43rd pct | 406 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Howard County compares
Together they enroll 1,841 students across 7 schools. The largest is Howard-Winneshiek Community School District with 1,060 students. Districts here average 6.7/10, above the Iowa average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 8/10.
School Districts in Howard County, Iowa
Howard County has 3 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Howard County is Turkey Valley Community School District (8/10). 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 Howard County, IA?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Howard 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 Howard County, IA?
Of the districts serving Howard County, Turkey Valley Community School District has the highest rating on this site at 8/10. That places it in the 75th 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.