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Best Schools in Hull, Iowa

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 3 High

Public: 1
Private: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.7/10
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Choosing a school in Hull?

Use this page to compare every school in Hull by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Boyden-hull High School

7.5/10

High · Boyden-hull Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Western Christian High School

6.1/10

High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Hull Christian School

5.6/10

Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Hull for 2026 are Boyden-hull High School (7.5/10), Western Christian High School (6.1/10), and Hull Christian School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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

5

1 public · 4 private

Avg Score

5.7

out of 10

Median Home

$231,300

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Hull

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Boyden-hull High School 7.5 / 10
2 Western Christian High School 6.1 / 10
3 Hull Christian School 5.6 / 10
4 Trinity Christian High School 5.3 / 10
5 Hull Protestant Reformed Christian School 3.8 / 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
5.7/10

20% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$82,353

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$231,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
26%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
88%

Of occupied housing units

How Hull compares

Iowa rank

#141 of 175

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.7

below Iowa avg (6.3)

Median household income

$82k

108% of Iowa median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Hull, Iowa

Hull, Iowa is home to 5 schools, including 1 public school and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Hull 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 Hull is Boyden-hull High School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hull is served by 1 school district: Boyden-Hull Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 627 students.

Hull's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,353. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 51239 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 179 students · Kindergarten–8th 5.6
2 131 students · Kindergarten–8th 3.8

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 272 students · 7th–12th 7.5
Private Schools 2 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 285 students · 9th–12th 6.1
2 76 students · 9th–12th 5.3

Schools in Hull

Hull, Iowa · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$82,353

Median Home Value

$231,300

Median Rent

$1,005/mo

Population

2,947

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

88%

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Community Profile

Hull has a median household income of $82,353. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $231,300, with a median rent of $1,005/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Hull, Iowa

How many schools are in Hull, Iowa?

Hull has 5 schools, including 1 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hull, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hull 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 Hull, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Hull on MySchoolScout is Boyden-hull High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hull, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hull on MySchoolScout is Hull Christian School with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Hull, Iowa?

The top-ranked high school in Hull on MySchoolScout is Boyden-hull High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

How many school districts serve Hull, Iowa?

Hull is served by 1 school district: Boyden-hull Comm School District.

What is the education level in Hull, Iowa?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Hull have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hull, Iowa?

The median household income in Hull is approximately $82,353 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Hull, Iowa?

Yes, Hull has 4 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Western Christian High School with a score of 6.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hull, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hull is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hull, 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.