Best Schools in Guttenberg, Iowa
3 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Guttenberg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Clayton Ridge High School
High · Clayton Ridge Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clayton Ridge Middle School
Middle · Clayton Ridge Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Iowa Virtual Academy
Other · Clayton Ridge 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 Guttenberg for 2026 are Clayton Ridge High School (8.6/10), Clayton Ridge Middle School (6.8/10), and Iowa Virtual Academy (3.6/10), 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
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$189,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$189,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Guttenberg
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 | Clayton Ridge High School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Clayton Ridge Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Iowa Virtual Academy | 3.6 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $55,871
- Median home value
- $189,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Guttenberg compares
Iowa rank
#99 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$56k
73% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Guttenberg, Iowa
Guttenberg, Iowa is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Guttenberg 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 Guttenberg is Clayton Ridge High School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Guttenberg is served by 1 school district: Clayton Ridge Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 1,773 students.
Guttenberg's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,871. The poverty rate in the area is 17.1%.
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 | 139 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 179 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,166 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.6 |
Schools in Guttenberg
Guttenberg, Iowa · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,871
Median Home Value
$189,300
Median Rent
$791/mo
Population
2,807
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Community Profile
Guttenberg has a median household income of $55,871. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $189,300, with a median rent of $791/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Guttenberg, Iowa
How many schools are in Guttenberg, Iowa?
Guttenberg has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Guttenberg, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Guttenberg is 6.3 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 Guttenberg, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Guttenberg on MySchoolScout is Clayton Ridge High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Guttenberg, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Guttenberg on MySchoolScout is Clayton Ridge Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Guttenberg, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Guttenberg on MySchoolScout is Clayton Ridge High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Guttenberg, Iowa?
Guttenberg is served by 1 school district: Clayton Ridge Comm School District.
What is the education level in Guttenberg, Iowa?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Guttenberg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Guttenberg, Iowa?
The median household income in Guttenberg is approximately $55,871 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Guttenberg, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Guttenberg is 28.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Guttenberg, 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.