Best Schools in Garner, Iowa
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Garner by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Garner-hayfield-ventura Elementary School
Elementary · Garner-hayfield-ventura Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School
Middle · Garner-hayfield-ventura Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Garner-hayfield-ventura High School
High · Garner-hayfield-ventura Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Garner for 2026 are Garner-hayfield-ventura Elementary School (8.2/10), Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School (8.2/10), and Garner-hayfield-ventura High School (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$176,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$176,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Garner
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garner-hayfield-ventura Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Garner-hayfield-ventura High School | 8.1 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $69,637
- Median home value
- $176,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Garner compares
Iowa rank
#9 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.9
above Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$70k
91% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Garner, Iowa
Garner, Iowa is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Garner 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 Garner is Garner-hayfield-ventura Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Garner is served by 1 school district: Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 955 students.
Garner's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,637. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
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 | 374 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 257 students · 5th–8th | 8.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 294 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Garner
Garner, Iowa · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$69,637
Median Home Value
$176,500
Median Rent
$795/mo
Population
4,006
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Garner has a median household income of $69,637. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,500, with a median rent of $795/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Garner, Iowa
How many schools are in Garner, Iowa?
Garner has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Garner, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Garner is 8.2 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 Garner, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Garner on MySchoolScout is Garner-hayfield-ventura Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Garner, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Garner on MySchoolScout is Garner-hayfield-ventura Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Garner, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Garner on MySchoolScout is Garner-hayfield-ventura Middle School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best high school in Garner, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Garner on MySchoolScout is Garner-hayfield-ventura High School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Garner, Iowa?
Garner is served by 1 school district: Garner-hayfield-ventura Comm School District.
What is the education level in Garner, Iowa?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Garner have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Garner, Iowa?
The median household income in Garner is approximately $69,637 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Garner, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Garner is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Garner, 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.