Best Schools in Ackley, Iowa
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Agwsr Elementary School
Elementary · Agwsr Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Agwsr High School
High · Agwsr Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$114,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$114,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ackley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agwsr Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Agwsr High School | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $63,869
- Median home value
- $114,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ackley compares
Iowa rank
#95 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$64k
84% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Ackley, Iowa
Ackley, Iowa is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Ackley show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ackley is The Cougars Den with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ackley is served by 1 school district: AGWSR Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 643 students.
Ackley's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,869. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 8.1 |
| 2 | 204 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 192 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Ackley
Ackley, Iowa · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,869
Median Home Value
$114,200
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
2,377
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Community Profile
Ackley has a median household income of $63,869. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,200, with a median rent of $831/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ackley, Iowa
How many schools are in Ackley, Iowa?
Ackley has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ackley, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ackley is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ackley, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Ackley on MySchoolScout is Agwsr Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ackley, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ackley on MySchoolScout is Agwsr Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Ackley, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Ackley on MySchoolScout is Agwsr High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Ackley, Iowa?
Ackley is served by 1 school district: Agwsr Comm School District.
What is the education level in Ackley, Iowa?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Ackley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ackley, Iowa?
The median household income in Ackley is approximately $63,869 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ackley, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ackley is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ackley, Iowa?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.