Best Schools in Boone, Iowa
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Boone by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Sacred Heart School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Boone Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Boone Middle School
Middle · Boone 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 Boone for 2026 are Sacred Heart School (6.8/10), Franklin Elementary School (6.7/10), and Boone Middle School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$172,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$172,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Boone
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sacred Heart School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Franklin Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Boone Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Trinity Lutheran School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | United Community School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Boone High School | 4.9 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $74,107
- Median home value
- $172,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Boone compares
Iowa rank
#134 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$74k
97% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Boone, Iowa
Boone, Iowa is home to 6 schools, including 4 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Boone 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 Boone is Sacred Heart School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Boone is served by 2 school districts: Boone Comm School District, United Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 2,314 students.
Boone's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,107. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 338 students · 2nd–4th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | 331 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.1 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Sacred Heart School
Private
89 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | Trinity Lutheran School
Private
79 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.8 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 585 students · 5th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 720 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Boone
Boone, Iowa · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,107
Median Home Value
$172,900
Median Rent
$804/mo
Population
16,318
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Boone has a median household income of $74,107. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,900, with a median rent of $804/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Boone, Iowa
How many schools are in Boone, Iowa?
Boone has 6 schools, including 4 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Boone, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Boone is 5.9 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 Boone, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Boone on MySchoolScout is Sacred Heart School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Boone, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Boone on MySchoolScout is Sacred Heart School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Boone, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Boone on MySchoolScout is Boone Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Boone, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Boone on MySchoolScout is Boone High School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Boone, Iowa?
Boone is served by 2 school districts: Boone Comm School District, United Comm School District.
What is the education level in Boone, Iowa?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Boone have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Boone, Iowa?
The median household income in Boone is approximately $74,107 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Boone, Iowa?
Yes, Boone has 2 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sacred Heart School with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Boone, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Boone is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Boone, 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.