Best Schools in Laurens, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Laurens-marathon Elementary School
Elementary · Laurens-marathon 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
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$85,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$85,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Laurens
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 | Laurens-marathon Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $63,618
- Median home value
- $85,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Laurens compares
Median household income
$64k
83% of Iowa median
About Schools in Laurens, Iowa
Laurens, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Laurens 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 Laurens is Laurens-marathon Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Laurens is served by 1 school district: Laurens-Marathon Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 145 students.
Laurens's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,618. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
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 | 145 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.8 |
Schools in Laurens
Laurens, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,618
Median Home Value
$85,600
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
1,639
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Laurens has a median household income of $63,618. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $85,600, with a median rent of $738/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. 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 Laurens, Iowa
How many schools are in Laurens, Iowa?
Laurens has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Laurens, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Laurens is 4.8 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 Laurens, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Laurens on MySchoolScout is Laurens-marathon Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Laurens, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Laurens on MySchoolScout is Laurens-marathon Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve Laurens, Iowa?
Laurens is served by 1 school district: Laurens-marathon Comm School District.
What is the education level in Laurens, Iowa?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Laurens have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Laurens, Iowa?
The median household income in Laurens is approximately $63,618 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Laurens, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Laurens is 9.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Laurens, 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.