8.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Mechanicsville, Iowa

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.7/10
Median household income: $61,736
Median home value: $159,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Avg commute: 29 min
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How Mechanicsville compares

Median household income

$62k

81% of Iowa median

About Schools in Mechanicsville, Iowa

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

With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Mechanicsville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Mechanicsville is North Cedar Mechanicsville Elem Ctr with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mechanicsville is served by 1 school district: North Cedar Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 591 students.

Mechanicsville's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,736. The poverty rate in the area is 4.7%.

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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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	North Cedar Mechanicsville Elem Ctr 142 students · Pre-K–6th	142	Pre-K–6th	8.7

Schools in Mechanicsville

Mechanicsville, Iowa · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,736

Median Home Value

$159,700

Median Rent

$594/mo

Population

1,452

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Community Profile

Mechanicsville has a median household income of $61,736. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,700, with a median rent of $594/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.7/10

Resources

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School District

North Cedar Comm School District

3 schools · 591 students

Nearby Cities

Mount Vernon (3 schools)

Springville (2 schools)

14 mi

West Branch (4 schools)

Oxford Junction (1 school)

Monticello (5 schools)

23 mi

West Liberty (4 schools)

23 mi

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 Mechanicsville, Iowa

How many schools are in Mechanicsville, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Mechanicsville, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mechanicsville is 8.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Mechanicsville on MySchoolScout is North Cedar Mechanicsville Elem Ctr with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Mechanicsville, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Mechanicsville on MySchoolScout is North Cedar Mechanicsville Elem Ctr with a composite score of 8.7/10.

How many school districts serve Mechanicsville, Iowa?

Mechanicsville is served by 1 school district: North Cedar Comm School District.

What is the education level in Mechanicsville, Iowa?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Mechanicsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mechanicsville, Iowa?

The median household income in Mechanicsville is approximately $61,736 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mechanicsville is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mechanicsville, 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.