| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pekin Community School District | Hedrick | 5/10 Average · 43rd pct | 642 | 2 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Fairfield Community School District | Batavia | 3/10 Below Average · 23rd pct | 1,525 | 4 | PK–12 | 6 |
How Jefferson County compares
Together they enroll 2,167 students across 6 schools. The largest is Fairfield Community School District with 1,525 students. Districts here average 4.0/10, below the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 5/10.
School Districts in Jefferson County, Iowa
Jefferson County has 2 public school districts covering 11 zip codes. The top-rated district in Jefferson County is Pekin Community School District (5/10). 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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