Best Schools in Fontanelle, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Nodaway Valley Middle School
Middle · Nodaway Valley 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
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$85,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$85,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fontanelle
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 | Nodaway Valley Middle School | 7.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $73,333
- Median home value
- $85,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fontanelle compares
Median household income
$73k
96% of Iowa median
About Schools in Fontanelle, Iowa
Fontanelle, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Fontanelle 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 Fontanelle is Nodaway Valley Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fontanelle is served by 1 school district: Nodaway Valley Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 651 students.
Fontanelle's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,333. The poverty rate in the area is 2.9%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 135 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
Schools in Fontanelle
Fontanelle, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,333
Median Home Value
$85,400
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
1,223
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Community Profile
Fontanelle has a median household income of $73,333. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $85,400, with a median rent of $825/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Fontanelle, Iowa
How many schools are in Fontanelle, Iowa?
Fontanelle has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fontanelle, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fontanelle is 7.7 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 Fontanelle, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Fontanelle on MySchoolScout is Nodaway Valley Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Fontanelle, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Fontanelle on MySchoolScout is Nodaway Valley Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Fontanelle, Iowa?
Fontanelle is served by 1 school district: Nodaway Valley Comm School District.
What is the education level in Fontanelle, Iowa?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Fontanelle have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fontanelle, Iowa?
The median household income in Fontanelle is approximately $73,333 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fontanelle, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fontanelle is 19.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fontanelle, 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.