Best Schools in Howard County, IA
Howard County, IA has a total of 15 schools including 4 high schools, 4 middle schools and 7 elementary schools. A total of 3,862 students attend Howard County, IA schools. On average, schools in Howard County score 64% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 53% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in Howard County greatly exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in Howard County, IA
Howard County, IA has 4 high schools with 1,276 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Howard County score 67% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 60% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Howard County greatly exceed expectations.
1. New Hampton High School
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New Hampton Comm School District • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 339 Students
2. Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School
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Turkey Valley Comm School District • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 183 Students
3. Crestwood High School
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Howard-winneshiek Comm School District • Public • Grades 7 - 12 • 559 Students
4. Riceville High School
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Riceville Comm School District • Public • Grades 6 - 12 • 195 Students
Best Middle Schools in Howard County, IA
Howard County, IA has 4 middle schools with 1,079 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Howard County score 60% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 56% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Howard County exceed expectations.
1. New Hampton Middle School
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New Hampton Comm School District • Public • Grades 5 - 8 • 279 Students
2. Osage Middle School
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Osage Comm School District • Public • Grades 5 - 8 • 268 Students
3. Charles City Ms
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Charles City Comm School District • Public • Grades 5 - 8 • 423 Students
4. Southland Middle
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Southland Public School District • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 109 Students
Best Elementary Schools in Howard County, IA
Howard County, IA has 7 elementary schools with 1,507 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Howard County score 64% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 48% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Howard County greatly exceed expectations.
1. Turkey Valley Elementary School
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Turkey Valley Comm School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 6 • 192 Students
2. Crestwood Elementary School
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Howard-winneshiek Comm School District • Public • Grades KG - 6 • 425 Students
3. New Hampton Elementary School
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New Hampton Comm School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 4 • 401 Students
4. Riceville Elementary School
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Riceville Comm School District • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 211 Students
5. Trinity Catholic School
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Trinity Catholic School • Private • Grades KG - 6 • 45 Students
6. Notre Dame Catholic School
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Notre Dame Catholic School • Private • Grades Pre K - 6 • 177 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in Howard County, IA
County-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
Howard County, IA has a total population of 9,469 with 23% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 92%, and 18% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in Howard County, IA
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Howard County, IA.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
16.05 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
2.83 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
13.21 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Howard County, IA.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Howard County, IA.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
To read more about these statistics, please visit Howard County, IA Internet Health Assessment.
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