7.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Carter Lake, Iowa

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.2/10
Median household income: $75,037
Median home value: $161,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 13%
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Carter Lake compares

Median household income

$75k

98% of Iowa median

About Schools in Carter Lake, Iowa

Carter Lake, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Carter Lake perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Carter Lake is Carter Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Carter Lake is served by 1 school district: Council Bluffs Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 8,546 students.

Carter Lake's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $75,037. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Carter Lake Elementary School 337 students · Pre-K–5th	337	Pre-K–5th	7.2

Schools in Carter Lake

Carter Lake, Iowa · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$75,037

Median Home Value

$161,200

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

3,773

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

84%

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Community Profile

Carter Lake has a median household income of $75,037. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,200, with a median rent of $1,115/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.2/10

Resources

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School District

Council Bluffs Comm School District

15 schools · 8,546 students

Nearby Cities

Council Bluffs (19 schools)

4 mi

Underwood (3 schools)

14 mi

Missouri Valley (3 schools)

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 Carter Lake, Iowa

How many schools are in Carter Lake, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Carter Lake, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carter Lake is 7.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Carter Lake, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Carter Lake on MySchoolScout is Carter Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Carter Lake, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Carter Lake on MySchoolScout is Carter Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

How many school districts serve Carter Lake, Iowa?

Carter Lake is served by 1 school district: Council Bluffs Comm School District.

What is the education level in Carter Lake, Iowa?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Carter Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Carter Lake, Iowa?

The median household income in Carter Lake is approximately $75,037 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Carter Lake, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carter Lake is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carter Lake, 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.