Best Schools in Colo, Iowa
1 schools · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Colo by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Colo-nesco Middle/high School
High · Colo-nesco 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
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$184,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$184,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Colo
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 | Colo-nesco Middle/high School | 7.8 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $79,667
- Median home value
- $184,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
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 7.8 out of 10, schools in Colo 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 Colo is Colo-nesco Middle/high School with a composite score of 7.8/10, 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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 219 students · 5th–12th | 7.8 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- High
- 1
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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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 7.8 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 Colo, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Colo on MySchoolScout is Colo-nesco Middle/high School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
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 7.8/10.
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 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.