8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Dysart, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $72,917
Median home value: $168,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 26%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Dysart compares

Median household income

$73k

96% of Iowa median

About Schools in Dysart, Iowa

Dysart, 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 8.1 out of 10, schools in Dysart perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Dysart is Union Middle School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Dysart is served by 1 school district: Union Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 985 students.

Dysart's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,917. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.

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	Dysart-Geneseo Elementary School 217 students · Pre-K–5th	217	Pre-K–5th	7.8

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Union Middle School 189 students · 6th–8th	189	6th–8th	8.4

Schools in Dysart

Dysart, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,917

Median Home Value

$168,800

Median Rent

$718/mo

Population

1,954

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Community Profile

Dysart has a median household income of $72,917. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $168,800, with a median rent of $718/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Resources

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School District

Union Comm School District

4 schools · 985 students

Nearby Cities

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8 mi

La Porte City (2 schools)

Van Horne (2 schools)

16 mi

Belle Plaine (2 schools)

19 mi

Vinton (3 schools)

15 mi

Evansdale (2 schools)

21 mi

Toledo (1 school)

18 mi

Waterloo (21 schools)

Cedar Falls (11 schools)

25 mi

Dunkerton (2 schools)

29 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 Dysart, Iowa

How many schools are in Dysart, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Dysart, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dysart is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Dysart on MySchoolScout is Union Middle School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Dysart, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Dysart on MySchoolScout is Dysart-geneseo Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Dysart, Iowa?

The top-ranked middle school in Dysart on MySchoolScout is Union Middle School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

How many school districts serve Dysart, Iowa?

Dysart is served by 1 school district: Union Comm School District.

What is the education level in Dysart, Iowa?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Dysart have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Dysart, Iowa?

The median household income in Dysart is approximately $72,917 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dysart is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dysart, 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.