Best Schools in Garwin, Iowa
1 schools · 1 High
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Gmg Secondary School
High · Gmg 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
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$134,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$134,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Garwin
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 | Gmg Secondary School | 6.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $70,865
- Median home value
- $134,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Garwin compares
Median household income
$71k
93% of Iowa median
About Schools in Garwin, Iowa
Garwin, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Garwin 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 Garwin is Gmg Secondary School with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Garwin is served by 1 school district: GMG Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 472 students.
Garwin's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,865. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 210 students · 7th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Garwin
Garwin, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,865
Median Home Value
$134,300
Median Rent
$628/mo
Population
1,204
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Garwin has a median household income of $70,865. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $134,300, with a median rent of $628/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Garwin, Iowa
How many schools are in Garwin, Iowa?
Garwin has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Garwin, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Garwin is 6.2 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 Garwin, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Garwin on MySchoolScout is Gmg Secondary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Garwin, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Garwin on MySchoolScout is Gmg Secondary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Garwin, Iowa?
Garwin is served by 1 school district: Gmg Comm School District.
What is the education level in Garwin, Iowa?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Garwin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Garwin, Iowa?
The median household income in Garwin is approximately $70,865 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Garwin, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Garwin is 11.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Garwin, 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.