Best Schools in Manson, Iowa
1 schools · 1 High
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Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School
High · Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$156,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$156,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Manson
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 | Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School | 5.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $78,261
- Median home value
- $156,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Manson compares
Median household income
$78k
103% of Iowa median
About Schools in Manson, Iowa
Manson, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Manson 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 Manson is Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Manson is served by 1 school district: Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 793 students.
Manson's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,261. The poverty rate in the area is 6.1%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 353 students · 7th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Manson
Manson, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,261
Median Home Value
$156,500
Median Rent
$648/mo
Population
2,461
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Community Profile
Manson has a median household income of $78,261. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $156,500, with a median rent of $648/month. The local poverty rate of 6.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Manson, Iowa
How many schools are in Manson, Iowa?
Manson has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Manson, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Manson is 5.2 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 Manson, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Manson on MySchoolScout is Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Manson, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Manson on MySchoolScout is Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Manson, Iowa?
Manson is served by 1 school district: Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District.
What is the education level in Manson, Iowa?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Manson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Manson, Iowa?
The median household income in Manson is approximately $78,261 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Manson, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Manson is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Manson, 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.