Best Schools in Pierson, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Pierson Middle School
Middle · Kingsley-pierson Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$105,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$105,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pierson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pierson Middle School | 8.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.5/10
- Median household income
- $80,000
- Median home value
- $105,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Pierson compares
Median household income
$80k
105% of Iowa median
About Schools in Pierson, Iowa
Pierson, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Pierson perform strongly 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 Pierson is Pierson Middle School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pierson is served by 1 school district: Kingsley-Pierson Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 438 students.
Pierson's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,000. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 133 students · 5th–8th | 8.5 |
Schools in Pierson
Pierson, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,000
Median Home Value
$105,400
Median Rent
$716/mo
Population
465
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
77%
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Pierson has a median household income of $80,000. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $105,400, with a median rent of $716/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Pierson, Iowa
How many schools are in Pierson, Iowa?
Pierson has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pierson, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pierson is 8.5 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 Pierson, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Pierson on MySchoolScout is Pierson Middle School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Pierson, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Pierson on MySchoolScout is Pierson Middle School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Pierson, Iowa?
Pierson is served by 1 school district: Kingsley-pierson Comm School District.
What is the education level in Pierson, Iowa?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Pierson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pierson, Iowa?
The median household income in Pierson is approximately $80,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pierson, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pierson is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pierson, 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.