Best Schools in Peosta, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Peosta Elementary School
Elementary · Western Dubuque Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$345,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$345,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Peosta
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 1 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peosta Elementary School | 8.7 / 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
- 8.7/10
- Median household income
- $123,096
- Median home value
- $345,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Peosta compares
Median household income
$123k
161% of Iowa median
Western Dubuque Comm School District runs Peosta's public schools
1 public school. Western Dubuque Comm School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Peosta is a Western Dubuque Comm School District school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Peosta, Iowa
Peosta, 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 Peosta perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Peosta is Peosta Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Peosta is served by 1 school district: Western Dubuque Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 3,749 students.
Peosta's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $123,096. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
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 | 425 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
Schools in Peosta
Peosta, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$123,096
Median Home Value
$345,700
Median Rent
$1,023/mo
Population
4,582
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
Peosta has a median household income of $123,096. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $345,700, with a median rent of $1,023/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Peosta, Iowa
How many schools are in Peosta, Iowa?
Peosta has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Peosta, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Peosta is 8.7 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 Peosta, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Peosta on MySchoolScout is Peosta Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Peosta, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Peosta on MySchoolScout is Peosta Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Peosta, Iowa?
Peosta is served by 1 school district: Western Dubuque Comm School District.
What is the education level in Peosta, Iowa?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Peosta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Peosta, Iowa?
The median household income in Peosta is approximately $123,096 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Peosta, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Peosta is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Peosta, 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.