6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in New Hartford, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.4/10
Median household income: $69,688
Median home value: $177,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How New Hartford compares

Median household income

$70k

91% of Iowa median

About Schools in New Hartford, Iowa

New Hartford, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in New Hartford show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in New Hartford is Dike-new Hartford Junior High School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

New Hartford is served by 1 school district: Dike-New Hartford Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 957 students.

New Hartford's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,688. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.

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	New Hartford Elementary School 151 students · Pre-K–5th	151	Pre-K–5th	6.0

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Dike-New Hartford Junior High School 223 students · 6th–8th	223	6th–8th	6.8

Schools in New Hartford

New Hartford, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,688

Median Home Value

$177,100

Median Rent

$982/mo

Population

1,092

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

82%

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Community Profile

New Hartford has a median household income of $69,688. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $177,100, with a median rent of $982/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Resources

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School District

Dike-New Hartford Comm School District

4 schools · 957 students

Nearby Cities

Dike (2 schools)

7 mi

Shell Rock (1 school)

10 mi

Parkersburg (2 schools)

8 mi

Cedar Falls (11 schools)

9 mi

Janesville (2 schools)

10 mi

Waverly (7 schools)

13 mi

Clarksville (2 schools)

Grundy Center (3 schools)

17 mi

Aplington (2 schools)

14 mi

Waterloo (21 schools)

15 mi

Denver (4 schools)

16 mi

Wellsburg (3 schools)

19 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 New Hartford, Iowa

How many schools are in New Hartford, Iowa?

New Hartford has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in New Hartford, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Hartford is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in New Hartford, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in New Hartford on MySchoolScout is Dike-new Hartford Junior High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in New Hartford, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in New Hartford on MySchoolScout is New Hartford Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best middle school in New Hartford, Iowa?

The top-ranked middle school in New Hartford on MySchoolScout is Dike-new Hartford Junior High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve New Hartford, Iowa?

New Hartford is served by 1 school district: Dike-new Hartford Comm School District.

What is the education level in New Hartford, Iowa?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in New Hartford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in New Hartford, Iowa?

The median household income in New Hartford is approximately $69,688 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in New Hartford, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Hartford is 18.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Hartford, 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.