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School Districts in
Iowa

99 public school districts — browse by rating, county, or enter your zip code for instant results.

99
Districts
228
Zip Codes
6/10
Avg Rating
490k
Students
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1 district
All Iowa School Districts 99 districts, sorted by rating
DistrictCityRatingZip Codes
Johnston Community School DistrictJohnston9/10  Great1
Ankeny Community School DistrictAnkeny8/10  Good2
West Des Moines Community SchoolsWest Des Moines8/10  Good1
Iowa City Community School DistrictIowa City7/10  Good1
Adair-Casey Community School DistrictAdair-Casey6/10  Average2
Adel-De Soto-Minburn Community School DistrictAdel-De Soto-Minburn6/10  Average3
Albia Community School DistrictAlbia6/10  Average1
Alden Community School DistrictAlden6/10  Average2
Algona Community School DistrictAlgona6/10  Average1
Ames Community School DistrictAmes6/10  Average3
Atlantic Community School DistrictAtlantic6/10  Average1
Audubon Community School DistrictAudubon6/10  Average3
BCLUW Community School DistrictBCLUW6/10  Average3
Ballard Community School DistrictBallard6/10  Average3
Baxter Community School DistrictBaxter6/10  Average1
Belmond-Klemme Community School DistrictBelmond-Klemme6/10  Average1
Bondurant-Farrar Community School DistrictBondurant-Farrar6/10  Average1
Boone Community School DistrictBoone6/10  Average1
Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Community School DistrictBrooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom6/10  Average1
CAL Community School DistrictCAL6/10  Average2
CAM Community School DistrictCAM6/10  Average2
Carlisle Community School DistrictCarlisle6/10  Average2
Cedar Rapids Community School DistrictCedar Rapids6/10  Average1
Central Decatur Community School DistrictCentral Decatur6/10  Average4
Chariton Community School DistrictChariton6/10  Average4
Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School DistrictClarion-Goldfield-Dows6/10  Average2
Clarke Community School DistrictClarke6/10  Average4
Clear Lake Community School DistrictClear Lake6/10  Average1
Colfax-Mingo Community School DistrictColfax-Mingo6/10  Average3
Collins-Maxwell Community School DistrictCollins-Maxwell6/10  Average2
Colo-NESCO Community School DistrictColo-NESCO6/10  Average3
Coon Rapids-Bayard Community School DistrictCoon Rapids-Bayard6/10  Average2
Dallas Center-Grimes Community School DistrictDallas Center-Grimes6/10  Average2
Des Moines Independent Community School DistrictDes Moines6/10  Average10
Earlham Community School DistrictEarlham6/10  Average1
East Marshall Community School DistrictEast Marshall6/10  Average4
East Union Community School DistrictEast Union6/10  Average2
Eldora-New Providence Community School DistrictEldora-New Providence6/10  Average1
Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton Community School DistrictExira-Elk Horn-Kimballton6/10  Average2
Forest City Community School DistrictForest6/10  Average2
Gilbert Community School DistrictGilbert6/10  Average1
Greene County Community School DistrictGreene6/10  Average4
Grinnell-Newburg Community School DistrictGrinnell-Newburg6/10  Average1
Guthrie Center Community School DistrictGuthrie Center6/10  Average1
Hubbard-Radcliffe Community School DistrictHubbard-Radcliffe6/10  Average3
Indianola Community School DistrictIndianola6/10  Average2
Interstate 35 Community School DistrictInterstate6/10  Average3
Iowa Falls Community School DistrictIowa Falls6/10  Average2
Knoxville Community School DistrictKnoxville6/10  Average3
Lamoni Community School DistrictLamoni6/10  Average1
Lynnville-Sully Community School DistrictLynnville-Sully6/10  Average4
Madrid Community School DistrictMadrid6/10  Average1
Marshalltown Community School DistrictMarshalltown6/10  Average3
Martensdale-St. Marys Community School DistrictMartensdale-St. Marys6/10  Average4
Mason City Community School DistrictMason6/10  Average1
Melcher-Dallas Community School DistrictMelcher-Dallas6/10  Average2
Montezuma Community School DistrictMontezuma6/10  Average1
Mormon Trail Community School DistrictMormon Trail6/10  Average3
Mount Ayr Community School DistrictMount Ayr6/10  Average2
Murray Community School DistrictMurray6/10  Average1
Nevada Community School DistrictNevada6/10  Average1
Newton Community School DistrictNewton6/10  Average2
North Iowa Community School DistrictNorth Iowa6/10  Average1
North Mahaska Community School DistrictNorth Mahaska6/10  Average2
North Polk Community School DistrictNorth Polk6/10  Average5
Norwalk Community School DistrictNorwalk6/10  Average2
Ogden Community School DistrictOgden6/10  Average2
Orient-Macksburg Community School DistrictOrient-Macksburg6/10  Average1
PCM Community School DistrictPCM6/10  Average3
Panorama Community School DistrictPanorama6/10  Average5
Paton-Churdan Community School DistrictPaton-Churdan6/10  Average2
Pella Community School DistrictPella6/10  Average3
Perry Community School DistrictPerry6/10  Average3
Pleasantville Community School DistrictPleasantville6/10  Average2
Roland-Story Community School DistrictRoland-Story6/10  Average2
Saydel Community School DistrictSaydel6/10  Average2
South Hamilton Community School DistrictSouth Hamilton6/10  Average4
South Tama County Community School DistrictSouth Tama6/10  Average1
Southeast Polk Community School DistrictSoutheast Polk6/10  Average4
Southeast Valley Community School DistrictSoutheast Valley6/10  Average2
Southeast Warren Community School DistrictSoutheast Warren6/10  Average3
St. Ansgar Community School DistrictSt. Ansgar6/10  Average1
Stratford Community School DistrictStratford6/10  Average1
Tri-County Community School DistrictTri-County6/10  Average4
Twin Cedars Community School DistrictTwin Cedars6/10  Average3
United Community School DistrictUnited6/10  Average2
Urbandale Community School DistrictUrbandale6/10  Average1
Van Meter Community School DistrictVan Meter6/10  Average2
Waukee Community School DistrictWaukee6/10  Average3
Wayne Community School DistrictWayne6/10  Average5
Webster City Community School DistrictWebster6/10  Average3
West Central Valley Community School DistrictWest Central Valley6/10  Average4
West Des Moines Community School DistrictWest Des Moines6/10  Average1
West Fork Community School DistrictWest Fork6/10  Average2
West Hancock Community School DistrictWest Hancock6/10  Average1
West Marshall Community School DistrictWest Marshall6/10  Average5
Winterset Community School DistrictWinterset6/10  Average3
Woodward-Granger Community School DistrictWoodward-Granger6/10  Average2
Des Moines Public SchoolsDes Moines4/10  Below Avg2

School Districts in Iowa

Iowa is home to 99 public school districts serving approximately 490,000 students across 228+ zip codes. The average district rating statewide is 6/10, based on NCES 2024–2025 data covering enrollment, per-pupil spending, school counts, and grade spans.

Top-rated districts in Iowa include Johnston Community School District, Ankeny Community School District, West Des Moines Community Schools, and 2 more top-rated districts. Use the table above to sort and compare all districts, or click any district name to view its full profile including assigned schools, enrollment trends, and spending data.

Finding Your District in Iowa

School district boundaries in Iowa are determined by your residential address, not just your city or zip code. In some areas, a single zip code spans multiple districts, or a district may serve students across several zip codes. The most reliable way to confirm your district is to enter your exact zip code in the search tool above.

Why School Districts Matter for Homebuyers

In Iowa, as across the country, school district quality is one of the top three factors homebuyers cite when choosing a neighborhood. Homes in higher-rated districts often command a premium of 5–25% compared to similar homes in adjacent districts. Whether you're buying, renting, or planning a move, understanding which school district serves your address is an essential first step.

Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Iowa? ▼
Iowa has 99 public school districts covering 228+ zip codes and serving an estimated 490,000 students. The statewide average district rating is 6/10 based on NCES 2024–2025 data.
How do I find my school district in Iowa? ▼
Enter your 5-digit zip code in the search box above to instantly find your Iowa school district, including ratings, per-pupil spending, enrollment, and assigned elementary, middle, and high schools.
What is the best school district in Iowa? ▼
The table above is sorted by rating (highest first). Districts rated 9–10/10 are in the top tier based on NCES enrollment, spending, and school-count data. Click any district name to view its full profile.
Can I search by address instead of zip code? ▼
Currently we support zip code lookup. Enter your zip code to find your district. For exact address-level lookups, contact your local school district office directly, as boundaries can vary within a single zip code.
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