| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Mills Community School District | Joice | 10/10 Excellent · 94th pct | 671 | 3 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Forest City Community School District | Crystal Lake | 9/10 Excellent · 81st pct | 1,141 | 3 | PK–12 | 5 |
| North Iowa Community School District | Buffalo Center | 6/10 Average · 55th pct | 480 | 3 | PK–12 | 4 |
How Winnebago County compares
Together they enroll 2,292 students across 9 schools. The largest is Forest City Community School District with 1,141 students. Districts here average 8.3/10, above the Iowa average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Winnebago County, Iowa
Winnebago County has 3 public school districts covering 12 zip codes. The top-rated district in Winnebago County is Lake Mills Community School District (10/10). 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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