| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Ansgar Community School District | Carpenter | 10/10 Excellent · 98th pct | 608 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Osage Community School District | Little Cedar | 6/10 Average · 58th pct | 1,000 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Riceville Community School District | Mc Intire | 5/10 Average · 43rd pct | 406 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Mitchell County compares
Together they enroll 2,014 students across 8 schools. The largest is Osage Community School District with 1,000 students. Districts here average 7.0/10, above the Iowa average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Mitchell County, Iowa
Mitchell County has 3 public school districts covering 7 zip codes. The top-rated district in Mitchell County is St. Ansgar Community School District (10/10). 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 Mitchell County, IA?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Mitchell 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 Mitchell County, IA?
Of the districts serving Mitchell County, St. Ansgar Community School District has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 98th 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.