Best Schools in Sac City, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Sac City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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East Sac County Elementary
Elementary · East Sac County 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
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$129,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$129,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sac City
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 | East Sac County Elementary | 4.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $63,967
- Median home value
- $129,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sac City compares
Median household income
$64k
84% of Iowa median
About Schools in Sac City, Iowa
Sac City, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Sac City 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 Sac City is East Sac County Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sac City is served by 1 school district: East Sac County Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 831 students.
Sac City's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,967. The poverty rate in the area is 9.9%.
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 | 448 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.5 |
Schools in Sac City
Sac City, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,967
Median Home Value
$129,200
Median Rent
$620/mo
Population
2,286
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Community Profile
Sac City has a median household income of $63,967. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $129,200, with a median rent of $620/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sac City, Iowa
How many schools are in Sac City, Iowa?
Sac City has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sac City, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sac City 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 Sac City, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Sac City on MySchoolScout is East Sac County Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sac City, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sac City on MySchoolScout is East Sac County Elementary with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Sac City, Iowa?
Sac City is served by 1 school district: East Sac County Comm School District.
What is the education level in Sac City, Iowa?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Sac City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sac City, Iowa?
The median household income in Sac City is approximately $63,967 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sac City, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sac City is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sac City, 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.