7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lacona, Iowa

1 schools · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $70,673
Median home value: $137,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 23%
Avg commute: 40 min
Owner-occupied homes: 93%

How Lacona compares

Median household income

$71k

93% of Iowa median

About Schools in Lacona, Iowa

Lacona, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Lacona perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Lacona is Southeast Warren Intermediate with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lacona is served by 1 school district: Southeast Warren Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 438 students.

Lacona's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,673. 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.

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Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Southeast Warren Intermediate 95 students · 4th–6th	95	4th–6th	7.8

Schools in Lacona

Lacona, Iowa · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,673

Median Home Value

$137,500

Median Rent

$1,021/mo

Population

1,058

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

93%

Avg Commute

40 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Community Profile

Lacona has a median household income of $70,673. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,500, with a median rent of $1,021/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

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School District

Southeast Warren Comm School District

3 schools · 438 students

Nearby Cities

Liberty Center (1 school)

Pleasantville (3 schools)

15 mi

Indianola (7 schools)

15 mi

Knoxville (4 schools)

Martensdale (2 schools)

22 mi

Pleasant Hill (4 schools)

Other Major Cities in Iowa

Top metros statewide by school count.

Des Moines 77 schools Cedar Rapids 52 schools Sioux City 29 schools Davenport 28 schools Dubuque 23 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lacona, Iowa

How many schools are in Lacona, Iowa?

Lacona has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lacona, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lacona is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Lacona, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Lacona on MySchoolScout is Southeast Warren Intermediate with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Lacona, Iowa?

The top-ranked middle school in Lacona on MySchoolScout is Southeast Warren Intermediate with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Lacona, Iowa?

Lacona is served by 1 school district: Southeast Warren Comm School District.

What is the education level in Lacona, Iowa?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Lacona have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lacona, Iowa?

The median household income in Lacona is approximately $70,673 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lacona is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lacona, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.