6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Charter Oak, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.8/10
Median household income: $59,231
Median home value: $86,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 12%
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Charter Oak compares

Median household income

$59k

78% of Iowa median

About Schools in Charter Oak, Iowa

Charter Oak, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Charter Oak show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Charter Oak is Charter Oak-ute Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Charter Oak is served by 1 school district: Charter Oak-Ute Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 171 students.

Charter Oak's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,231. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.

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	Charter Oak-Ute Elementary School 110 students · Pre-K–5th	110	Pre-K–5th	7.3

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Charter Oak-Ute Junior High School 61 students · 6th–8th	61	6th–8th	6.4

Schools in Charter Oak

Charter Oak, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$59,231

Median Home Value

$86,300

Median Rent

$722/mo

Population

785

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

72%

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Community Profile

Charter Oak has a median household income of $59,231. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $86,300, with a median rent of $722/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Resources

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School District

Charter Oak-Ute Comm School District

2 schools · 171 students

Nearby Cities

Dow City (1 school)

11 mi

Schleswig (2 schools)

Ida Grove (2 schools)

Correctionville (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 Charter Oak, Iowa

How many schools are in Charter Oak, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Charter Oak, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Charter Oak is 6.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Charter Oak, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Charter Oak on MySchoolScout is Charter Oak-ute Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Charter Oak, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Charter Oak on MySchoolScout is Charter Oak-ute Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Charter Oak, Iowa?

The top-ranked middle school in Charter Oak on MySchoolScout is Charter Oak-ute Junior High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve Charter Oak, Iowa?

Charter Oak is served by 1 school district: Charter Oak-ute Comm School District.

What is the education level in Charter Oak, Iowa?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Charter Oak have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Charter Oak, Iowa?

The median household income in Charter Oak is approximately $59,231 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Charter Oak, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Charter Oak is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Charter Oak, 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.