| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne Community School District | Allerton | 5/10 Average · 41st pct | 625 | 2 | PK–12 | 5 |
| Mormon Trail Community School District | Humeston | 2/10 Poor · 11th pct | 223 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Seymour Community School District | Promise City | 1/10 Poor · 6th pct | 223 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Wayne County compares
Together they enroll 1,071 students across 6 schools. The largest is Wayne Community School District with 625 students. Districts here average 2.7/10, below the Iowa average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 1/10 to 5/10.
School Districts in Wayne County, Iowa
Wayne County has 3 public school districts covering 8 zip codes. The top-rated district in Wayne County is Wayne Community School District (5/10). 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 Wayne County, IA?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Wayne 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 Wayne County, IA?
Of the districts serving Wayne County, Wayne Community School District has the highest rating on this site at 5/10. That places it in the 41st 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.