Best Schools in Glenwood, Iowa
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Glenwood Senior High School
High · Glenwood Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Glenwood Middle School
Middle · Glenwood Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$241,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$241,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Glenwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glenwood Senior High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Glenwood Middle School | 4.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $89,023
- Median home value
- $241,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Glenwood compares
Iowa rank
#128 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$89k
117% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Glenwood, Iowa
Glenwood, 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 6.0 out of 10, schools in Glenwood 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 Glenwood is Northeast Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Glenwood is served by 1 school district: Glenwood Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 2,087 students.
Glenwood's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,023. The poverty rate in the area is 7.2%.
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 | 581 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 467 students · 6th–8th | 4.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 599 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Schools in Glenwood
Glenwood, Iowa · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$89,023
Median Home Value
$241,500
Median Rent
$838/mo
Population
9,238
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Community Profile
Glenwood has a median household income of $89,023. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $241,500, with a median rent of $838/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. 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 Glenwood, Iowa
How many schools are in Glenwood, Iowa?
Glenwood has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Glenwood, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Glenwood is 6.0 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 Glenwood, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Glenwood on MySchoolScout is Glenwood Senior High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Glenwood, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Glenwood on MySchoolScout is Glenwood Middle School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best high school in Glenwood, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Glenwood on MySchoolScout is Glenwood Senior High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Glenwood, Iowa?
Glenwood is served by 1 school district: Glenwood Comm School District.
What is the education level in Glenwood, Iowa?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Glenwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Glenwood, Iowa?
The median household income in Glenwood is approximately $89,023 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Glenwood, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Glenwood is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Glenwood, 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.