Best Schools in Alton, Iowa
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Moc-Floyd Valley Middle School
Middle · Moc-Floyd Valley Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
1 public · 3 private
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$226,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
1 public · 3 private
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$226,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Alton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moc-Floyd Valley Middle School | 8.8 / 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
- 8.8/10
- Median household income
- $85,909
- Median home value
- $226,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Alton compares
Median household income
$86k
113% of Iowa median
Moc-Floyd Valley Comm School District runs Alton's public schools
1 public school. Moc-Floyd Valley Comm School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Alton is a Moc-Floyd Valley Comm School District school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Alton, Iowa
Alton, Iowa is home to 4 schools, including 1 public school and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Alton perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Alton is Moc-Floyd Valley Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Alton is served by 1 school district: MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 1,544 students.
Alton's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,909. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spalding Catholic SchoolPrivate 25 students · Pre-K–6th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Spalding Catholic SchoolsPrivate 26 students · Kindergarten–6th | Not Rated |
| 3 | Spalding Catholic SchoolPrivate 25 students · Kindergarten–6th | Not Rated |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 320 students · 6th–8th | 8.8 |
Schools in Alton
Alton, Iowa · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,909
Median Home Value
$226,300
Median Rent
$750/mo
Population
1,815
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
Alton has a median household income of $85,909. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $226,300, with a median rent of $750/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Alton, Iowa
How many schools are in Alton, Iowa?
Alton has 4 schools, including 1 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alton, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alton is 8.8 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 Alton, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Alton on MySchoolScout is Moc-Floyd Valley Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Alton, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Alton on MySchoolScout is Moc-Floyd Valley Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve Alton, Iowa?
Alton is served by 1 school district: Moc-Floyd Valley Comm School District.
What is the education level in Alton, Iowa?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Alton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alton, Iowa?
The median household income in Alton is approximately $85,909 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Alton, Iowa?
Yes, Alton has 3 private schools alongside 1 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alton, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alton is 7.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alton, 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.