Best Schools in Orient, Iowa
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
Choosing a school in Orient?
Use this page to compare every school in Orient by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Orient-macksburg Senior High School
High · Orient-macksburg Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Orient Elementary School
Elementary · Orient-macksburg Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$140,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$140,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Orient
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orient-macksburg Senior High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Orient Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $78,182
- Median home value
- $140,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Orient compares
Median household income
$78k
103% of Iowa median
About Schools in Orient, Iowa
Orient, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Orient 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 Orient is Orient-macksburg Senior High School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orient is served by 1 school district: Orient-Macksburg Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 129 students.
Orient's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,182. The poverty rate in the area is 15.3%.
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 | 75 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54 students · 7th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Orient
Orient, Iowa · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,182
Median Home Value
$140,500
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
808
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Orient has a median household income of $78,182. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $140,500, with a median rent of $1,411/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Orient, Iowa
How many schools are in Orient, Iowa?
Orient has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orient, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orient is 5.3 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 Orient, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Orient on MySchoolScout is Orient-macksburg Senior High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orient, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orient on MySchoolScout is Orient Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Orient, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Orient on MySchoolScout is Orient-macksburg Senior High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Orient, Iowa?
Orient is served by 1 school district: Orient-macksburg Comm School District.
What is the education level in Orient, Iowa?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Orient have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orient, Iowa?
The median household income in Orient is approximately $78,182 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orient, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orient is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orient, 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.