Best Schools in Carter Lake, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Carter Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Council Bluffs 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
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$161,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$161,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carter Lake
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 | Carter Lake Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $75,037
- Median home value
- $161,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
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 4.6 out of 10, schools in Carter Lake 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 Carter Lake is Carter Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 4.6/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 337 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
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.
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- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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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 4.6 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 Carter Lake, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Carter Lake on MySchoolScout is Carter Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
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 4.6/10.
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 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.