8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Britt, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $65,966
Median home value: $110,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How Britt compares

Median household income

$66k

87% of Iowa median

About Schools in Britt, Iowa

Britt, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Britt perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Britt is West Hancock High School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Britt is served by 1 school district: West Hancock Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 628 students.

Britt's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,966. The poverty rate in the area is 11.1%.

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	West Hancock Elementary School 290 students · Pre-K–4th	290	Pre-K–4th	7.9

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	West Hancock High School 170 students · 9th–12th	170	9th–12th	8.3

Schools in Britt

Britt, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,966

Median Home Value

$110,200

Median Rent

$989/mo

Population

2,401

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

82%

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Community Profile

Britt has a median household income of $65,966. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $110,200, with a median rent of $989/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Resources

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School District

West Hancock Comm School District

3 schools · 628 students

Nearby Cities

Forest City (3 schools)

14 mi

Belmond (3 schools)

20 mi

Buffalo Center (3 schools)

Lake Mills (3 schools)

26 mi

Eagle Grove (3 schools)

30 mi

Clear Lake (3 schools)

23 mi

Bode (1 school)

29 mi

Dakota City (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 Britt, Iowa

How many schools are in Britt, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Britt, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Britt is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Britt on MySchoolScout is West Hancock High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Britt, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Britt on MySchoolScout is West Hancock Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best high school in Britt, Iowa?

The top-ranked high school in Britt on MySchoolScout is West Hancock High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

How many school districts serve Britt, Iowa?

Britt is served by 1 school district: West Hancock Comm School District.

What is the education level in Britt, Iowa?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Britt have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Britt, Iowa?

The median household income in Britt is approximately $65,966 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Britt is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Britt, 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.