Best Schools in Gilmore City, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Gilmore City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gilmore City Elementary School
Elementary · Gilmore City-bradgate Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$97,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$97,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gilmore City
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 | Gilmore City Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $53,859
- Median home value
- $97,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Gilmore City compares
Median household income
$54k
71% of Iowa median
About Schools in Gilmore City, Iowa
Gilmore City, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Gilmore City 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 Gilmore City is Gilmore City Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gilmore City is served by 1 school district: Gilmore City-Bradgate Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 109 students.
Gilmore City's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,859. The poverty rate in the area is 14.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 71 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.5 |
Schools in Gilmore City
Gilmore City, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,859
Median Home Value
$97,800
Median Rent
$597/mo
Population
1,035
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Community Profile
Gilmore City has a median household income of $53,859. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $97,800, with a median rent of $597/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Gilmore City, Iowa
How many schools are in Gilmore City, Iowa?
Gilmore City has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gilmore City, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gilmore City is 4.5 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 Gilmore City, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Gilmore City on MySchoolScout is Gilmore City Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gilmore City, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gilmore City on MySchoolScout is Gilmore City Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Gilmore City, Iowa?
Gilmore City is served by 1 school district: Gilmore City-bradgate Comm School District.
What is the education level in Gilmore City, Iowa?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Gilmore City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gilmore City, Iowa?
The median household income in Gilmore City is approximately $53,859 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gilmore City, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gilmore City is 7.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gilmore City, 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.