7.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ossian, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.5/10
Median household income: $77,250
Median home value: $173,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 23%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 81%

How Ossian compares

Median household income

$77k

101% of Iowa median

About Schools in Ossian, Iowa

Ossian, 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 7.5 out of 10, schools in Ossian perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ossian is South Winneshiek Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ossian is served by 1 school district: South Winneshiek Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 554 students.

Ossian's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,250. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.

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	South Winneshiek Elementary School 207 students · Pre-K–4th	207	Pre-K–4th	7.9

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	South Winneshiek Middle School 130 students · 5th–8th	130	5th–8th	7.0

Schools in Ossian

Ossian, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$77,250

Median Home Value

$173,500

Median Rent

$715/mo

Population

1,558

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Community Profile

Ossian has a median household income of $77,250. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $173,500, with a median rent of $715/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.5/10

Resources

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School District

South Winneshiek Comm School District

3 schools · 554 students

Nearby Cities

West Union (2 schools)

12 mi

Postville (4 schools)

Jackson Junction (2 schools)

Fredericksburg (2 schools)

25 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 Ossian, Iowa

How many schools are in Ossian, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Ossian, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ossian is 7.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Ossian on MySchoolScout is South Winneshiek Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Ossian, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Ossian on MySchoolScout is South Winneshiek Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Ossian, Iowa?

The top-ranked middle school in Ossian on MySchoolScout is South Winneshiek Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Ossian, Iowa?

Ossian is served by 1 school district: South Winneshiek Comm School District.

What is the education level in Ossian, Iowa?

According to Census data, 23% of adults in Ossian have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ossian, Iowa?

The median household income in Ossian is approximately $77,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ossian is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ossian, 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.