Best Schools in Donahue, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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John Glenn Elementary School
Elementary · North Scott 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
$314,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$314,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Donahue
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 | John Glenn Elementary 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
- $113,816
- Median home value
- $314,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Donahue compares
Median household income
$114k
149% of Iowa median
About Schools in Donahue, Iowa
Donahue, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Donahue 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 Donahue is John Glenn Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Donahue is served by 1 school district: North Scott Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 3,442 students.
Donahue's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $113,816. The poverty rate in the area is 22.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 184 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 |
Schools in Donahue
Donahue, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$113,816
Median Home Value
$314,800
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
1,198
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Community Profile
Donahue has a median household income of $113,816. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $314,800, with a median rent of $1,174/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Donahue, Iowa
How many schools are in Donahue, Iowa?
Donahue has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Donahue, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Donahue 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 Donahue, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Donahue on MySchoolScout is John Glenn Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Donahue, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Donahue on MySchoolScout is John Glenn Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
How many school districts serve Donahue, Iowa?
Donahue is served by 1 school district: North Scott Comm School District.
What is the education level in Donahue, Iowa?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Donahue have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Donahue, Iowa?
The median household income in Donahue is approximately $113,816 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Donahue, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Donahue is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Donahue, 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.