| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Mahaska Community School District | Barnes City | 9/10 Excellent · 80th pct | 616 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Oskaloosa Community School District | Beacon | 3/10 Below Average · 29th pct | 2,115 | 5 | PK–12 | 4 |
How Mahaska County compares
Together they enroll 2,731 students across 7 schools. The largest is Oskaloosa Community School District with 2,115 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, above the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Mahaska County, Iowa
Mahaska County has 2 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Mahaska County is North Mahaska Community School District (9/10). 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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