Best Schools in Galva, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Galva-holstein Upper Elementary
Middle · Galva-holstein 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
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$106,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$106,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Galva
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 | Galva-holstein Upper Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $75,938
- Median home value
- $106,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Galva compares
Median household income
$76k
100% of Iowa median
About Schools in Galva, Iowa
Galva, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Galva show moderate performance 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 Galva is Galva-holstein Upper Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Galva is served by 1 school district: Galva-Holstein Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 519 students.
Galva's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $75,938. The poverty rate in the area is 19.8%.
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 | 108 students · 4th–6th | 5.9 |
Schools in Galva
Galva, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$75,938
Median Home Value
$106,300
Median Rent
$631/mo
Population
615
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
67%
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Community Profile
Galva has a median household income of $75,938. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $106,300, with a median rent of $631/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Galva, Iowa
How many schools are in Galva, Iowa?
Galva has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Galva, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Galva is 5.9 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 Galva, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Galva on MySchoolScout is Galva-holstein Upper Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Galva, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Galva on MySchoolScout is Galva-holstein Upper Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Galva, Iowa?
Galva is served by 1 school district: Galva-holstein Comm School District.
What is the education level in Galva, Iowa?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Galva have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Galva, Iowa?
The median household income in Galva is approximately $75,938 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Galva, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Galva is 18.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Galva, 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.