Best Schools in Dallas Center, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Other
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$262,900
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$262,900
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $110,046
- Median home value
- $262,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dallas Center compares
Median household income
$110k
144% of Iowa median
About Schools in Dallas Center, Iowa
Dallas Center, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span .
Dallas Center's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,046. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dallas Center Christian School
Private
26 students · 1st–12th | — |
Schools in Dallas Center
Dallas Center, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,046
Median Home Value
$262,900
Median Rent
$1,023/mo
Population
2,623
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Community Profile
Dallas Center has a median household income of $110,046. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $262,900, with a median rent of $1,023/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Dallas Center, Iowa
How many schools are in Dallas Center, Iowa?
Dallas Center has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the education level in Dallas Center, Iowa?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Dallas Center have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dallas Center, Iowa?
The median household income in Dallas Center is approximately $110,046 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Dallas Center, Iowa?
Yes, Dallas Center has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dallas Center, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dallas Center is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dallas Center, 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.