8.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Aurelia, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.3/10
Median household income: $70,761
Median home value: $171,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 27%
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How Aurelia compares

Median household income

$71k

93% of Iowa median

About Schools in Aurelia, Iowa

Aurelia, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Aurelia perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Aurelia is Aurelia Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Aurelia is served by 1 school district: Alta-Aurelia Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 822 students.

Aurelia's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,761. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Aurelia Elementary School 116 students · Pre-K–4th	116	Pre-K–4th	8.9

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Alta-Aurelia Middle School 240 students · 5th–8th	240	5th–8th	7.8

Schools in Aurelia

Aurelia, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,761

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$754/mo

Population

1,463

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

78%

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Community Profile

Aurelia has a median household income of $70,761. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $171,700, with a median rent of $754/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Resources

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School District

Alta-Aurelia Comm School District

4 schools · 822 students

Nearby Cities

Storm Lake (6 schools)

Sioux Rapids (3 schools)

Ida Grove (2 schools)

26 mi

Marcus (2 schools)

20 mi

Correctionville (1 school)

Other Major Cities in Iowa

Top metros statewide by school count.

Des Moines 77 schools Cedar Rapids 52 schools Sioux City 29 schools Davenport 28 schools Dubuque 23 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Aurelia, Iowa

How many schools are in Aurelia, Iowa?

Aurelia has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Aurelia, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Aurelia is 8.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Aurelia, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Aurelia on MySchoolScout is Aurelia Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Aurelia, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Aurelia on MySchoolScout is Aurelia Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Aurelia, Iowa?

The top-ranked middle school in Aurelia on MySchoolScout is Alta-aurelia Middle School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Aurelia, Iowa?

Aurelia is served by 1 school district: Alta-aurelia Comm School District.

What is the education level in Aurelia, Iowa?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Aurelia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Aurelia, Iowa?

The median household income in Aurelia is approximately $70,761 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Aurelia, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Aurelia is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Aurelia, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.