7.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Calmar, Iowa

1 schools · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.3/10
Median household income: $97,621
Median home value: $225,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Calmar compares

Median household income

$98k

128% of Iowa median

About Schools in Calmar, Iowa

Calmar, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Calmar perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Calmar is South Winneshiek High School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Calmar is served by 1 school district: South Winneshiek Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 554 students.

Calmar's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $97,621. The poverty rate in the area is 6.4%.

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.

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High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	South Winneshiek High School 195 students · 9th–12th	195	9th–12th	7.3

Schools in Calmar

Calmar, Iowa · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$97,621

Median Home Value

$225,700

Median Rent

$743/mo

Population

1,856

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

69%

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Community Profile

Calmar has a median household income of $97,621. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $225,700, with a median rent of $743/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.3/10

Resources

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School District

South Winneshiek Comm School District

3 schools · 554 students

Nearby Cities

Jackson Junction (2 schools)

10 mi

West Union (2 schools)

Postville (4 schools)

16 mi

Waukon (4 schools)

20 mi

Fredericksburg (2 schools)

New Hampton (4 schools)

24 mi

Monona (2 schools)

26 mi

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 Calmar, Iowa

How many schools are in Calmar, Iowa?

Calmar has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Calmar, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Calmar is 7.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Calmar on MySchoolScout is South Winneshiek High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best high school in Calmar, Iowa?

The top-ranked high school in Calmar on MySchoolScout is South Winneshiek High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Calmar, Iowa?

Calmar is served by 1 school district: South Winneshiek Comm School District.

What is the education level in Calmar, Iowa?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Calmar have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Calmar, Iowa?

The median household income in Calmar is approximately $97,621 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Calmar is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Calmar, 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.