Best Schools in Calmar, Iowa
1 schools · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Calmar by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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South Winneshiek High School
High · South Winneshiek Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$225,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$225,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Calmar
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Winneshiek High School | 8.2 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $97,621
- Median home value
- $225,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
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 8.2 out of 10, schools in Calmar perform strongly 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 Calmar is South Winneshiek High School with a composite score of 8.2/10, 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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 195 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
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.
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- State
- Iowa
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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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 8.2 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 Calmar, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Calmar on MySchoolScout is South Winneshiek High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
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 8.2/10.
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 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.