Best Schools in Bettendorf, Iowa
15 schools · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bettendorf by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Forest Grove Elementary
Elementary · Pleasant Valley Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hopewell Elementary
Elementary · Pleasant Valley Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pleasant View Elementary School
Elementary · Pleasant Valley Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bettendorf for 2026 are Forest Grove Elementary (9.1/10), Hopewell Elementary (8.3/10), and Pleasant View Elementary School (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
15
12 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$300,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
15
12 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$300,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 6% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Bettendorf schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Bettendorf
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 15). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forest Grove Elementary | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Hopewell Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Pleasant View Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Riverdale Heights Elem School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Rivermont Collegiate | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Paul Norton Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Lourdes Catholic School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Bettendorf Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Pleasant Valley High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Neil Armstrong Elementary School | 6.3 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $105,763
- Median home value
- $300,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bettendorf compares
Iowa rank
#57 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$106k
139% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Bettendorf, Iowa
Bettendorf, Iowa is home to 15 schools, including 12 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Bettendorf 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 Bettendorf is Forest Grove Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bettendorf is served by 2 school districts: Bettendorf Comm School District, Pleasant Valley Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 10,354 students.
Bettendorf's community shows 52% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,763. The poverty rate in the area is 6.2%.
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
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 353 students · Kindergarten–6th | 9.1 | ||
| 2 | 687 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.3 | ||
| 3 | 654 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 | ||
| 4 | 623 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 | ||
| 5 | 417 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 | ||
| 6 | 277 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 7 | 377 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 8 | 411 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 9 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Lourdes Catholic School
Private
236 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 961 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,679 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 2 | 1,485 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rivermont Collegiate
Private
177 students · Pre-K–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | Morning Star Academy
Private
190 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Bettendorf
Bettendorf, Iowa · 15 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,763
Median Home Value
$300,800
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
40,878
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Community Profile
Bettendorf has a median household income of $105,763. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $300,800, with a median rent of $1,150/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bettendorf, Iowa
How many schools are in Bettendorf, Iowa?
Bettendorf has 15 schools, including 12 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bettendorf, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bettendorf is 7.0 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 Bettendorf, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Bettendorf on MySchoolScout is Forest Grove Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bettendorf, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bettendorf on MySchoolScout is Forest Grove Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Bettendorf, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Bettendorf on MySchoolScout is Bettendorf Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Bettendorf, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Bettendorf on MySchoolScout is Pleasant Valley High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Bettendorf, Iowa?
Bettendorf is served by 2 school districts: Bettendorf Comm School District, Pleasant Valley Comm School District.
What is the education level in Bettendorf, Iowa?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Bettendorf have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bettendorf, Iowa?
The median household income in Bettendorf is approximately $105,763 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bettendorf, Iowa?
Yes, Bettendorf has 3 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Rivermont Collegiate with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bettendorf, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bettendorf is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bettendorf, 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.