6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Colo, Iowa

1 schools · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $79,667
Median home value: $184,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Avg commute: 29 min
Owner-occupied homes: 86%

How Colo compares

Median household income

$80k

105% of Iowa median

About Schools in Colo, Iowa

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

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Colo show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Colo is Colo-nesco Middle/high School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Colo is served by 1 school district: Colo-NESCO Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 383 students.

Colo's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $79,667. The poverty rate in the area is 3.9%.

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	Colo-NESCO Middle/High School 219 students · 5th–12th	219	5th–12th	6.6

Schools in Colo

Colo, Iowa · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$79,667

Median Home Value

$184,300

Median Rent

$1,054/mo

Population

1,122

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Community Profile

Colo has a median household income of $79,667. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $184,300, with a median rent of $1,054/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Colo schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Colo 📊 Niche Colo Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

Colo-NESCO Comm School District

2 schools · 383 students

Nearby Cities

State Center (3 schools)

Story City (2 schools)

Bondurant (5 schools)

22 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 Colo, Iowa

How many schools are in Colo, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Colo, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Colo is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Colo on MySchoolScout is Colo-nesco Middle/high School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Colo, Iowa?

The top-ranked high school in Colo on MySchoolScout is Colo-nesco Middle/high School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Colo, Iowa?

Colo is served by 1 school district: Colo-nesco Comm School District.

What is the education level in Colo, Iowa?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Colo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Colo, Iowa?

The median household income in Colo is approximately $79,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Colo is 10.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Colo, 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.