Best Schools in Hills, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Hills Elementary School
Elementary · Iowa City 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
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$217,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$217,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hills
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 | Hills Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $81,875
- Median home value
- $217,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Hills compares
Median household income
$82k
107% of Iowa median
About Schools in Hills, Iowa
Hills, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Hills 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 Hills is Hills Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hills is served by 1 school district: Iowa City Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 14,776 students.
Hills's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,875. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.
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 | 151 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 |
Schools in Hills
Hills, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,875
Median Home Value
$217,800
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
892
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
62%
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Community Profile
Hills has a median household income of $81,875. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,800, with a median rent of $1,179/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. 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 Hills, Iowa
How many schools are in Hills, Iowa?
Hills has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hills, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hills is 5.8 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 Hills, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Hills on MySchoolScout is Hills Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hills, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hills on MySchoolScout is Hills Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Hills, Iowa?
Hills is served by 1 school district: Iowa City Comm School District.
What is the education level in Hills, Iowa?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hills, Iowa?
The median household income in Hills is approximately $81,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hills, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hills is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hills, 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.