Best Schools in Red Oak, Iowa
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Red Oak by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Red Oak Junior/senior High School
High · Red Oak Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Red Oak Early Childhood Center
Other · Red Oak Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Inman Elementary School
Elementary · Red Oak Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Red Oak for 2026 are Red Oak Junior/senior High School (5.2/10), Red Oak Early Childhood Center (4.9/10), and Inman Elementary School (3.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$116,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$116,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Red Oak
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Oak Junior/senior High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Red Oak Early Childhood Center | 4.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Inman Elementary School | 3.3 / 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
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $58,264
- Median home value
- $116,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Red Oak compares
Iowa rank
#166 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$58k
76% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Red Oak, Iowa
Red Oak, Iowa is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Red Oak 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 Red Oak is Red Oak Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Red Oak is served by 1 school district: Red Oak Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 1,013 students.
Red Oak's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,264. The poverty rate in the area is 13.6%.
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 | 517 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 446 students · 7th–12th | 5.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.9 |
Schools in Red Oak
Red Oak, Iowa · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,264
Median Home Value
$116,200
Median Rent
$783/mo
Population
7,004
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Community Profile
Red Oak has a median household income of $58,264. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,200, with a median rent of $783/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Red Oak, Iowa
How many schools are in Red Oak, Iowa?
Red Oak has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Red Oak, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Red Oak is 4.5 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 Red Oak, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Red Oak on MySchoolScout is Red Oak Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Red Oak, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Red Oak on MySchoolScout is Inman Elementary School with a composite score of 3.3/10.
What is the best high school in Red Oak, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Red Oak on MySchoolScout is Red Oak Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Red Oak, Iowa?
Red Oak is served by 1 school district: Red Oak Comm School District.
What is the education level in Red Oak, Iowa?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Red Oak have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Red Oak, Iowa?
The median household income in Red Oak is approximately $58,264 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Red Oak, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Red Oak is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Red Oak, 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.