Best Schools in Gilman, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Gilman by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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East Marshall Middle School
Middle · East Marshall 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
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$112,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$112,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gilman
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 | East Marshall Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $96,711
- Median home value
- $112,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gilman compares
Median household income
$97k
127% of Iowa median
About Schools in Gilman, Iowa
Gilman, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Gilman 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 Gilman is East Marshall Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gilman is served by 1 school district: East Marshall Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 672 students.
Gilman's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,711. The poverty rate in the area is 5.9%.
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 | 153 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
Schools in Gilman
Gilman, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$96,711
Median Home Value
$112,000
Median Rent
$650/mo
Population
1,121
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Community Profile
Gilman has a median household income of $96,711. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $112,000, with a median rent of $650/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Gilman, Iowa
How many schools are in Gilman, Iowa?
Gilman has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gilman, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gilman is 5.7 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 Gilman, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Gilman on MySchoolScout is East Marshall Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Gilman, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Gilman on MySchoolScout is East Marshall Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Gilman, Iowa?
Gilman is served by 1 school district: East Marshall Comm School District.
What is the education level in Gilman, Iowa?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Gilman have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gilman, Iowa?
The median household income in Gilman is approximately $96,711 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gilman, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gilman is 19.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gilman, 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.