9.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Swea City, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 9.2/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 9.2/10
Median household income: $65,500
Median home value: $57,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Owner-occupied homes: 71%

How Swea City compares

Median household income

$66k

86% of Iowa median

About Schools in Swea City, Iowa

Swea City, 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 9.2 out of 10, schools in Swea City perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Swea City is North Kossuth Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Swea City is served by 1 school district: North Kossuth Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 265 students.

Swea City's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,500. The poverty rate in the area is 24.0%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	North Kossuth Elementary School 140 students · Pre-K–5th	140	Pre-K–5th	9.3

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	North Union Middle School 118 students · 6th–8th	118	6th–8th	9.0

Schools in Swea City

Swea City, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,500

Median Home Value

$57,700

Median Rent

$678/mo

Population

736

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

71%

Poverty Rate

24.0%

Community Profile

Swea City has a median household income of $65,500. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $57,700, with a median rent of $678/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 9.2/10

Resources

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School District

North Kossuth Comm School District

2 schools · 265 students

Nearby Cities

Armstrong (2 schools)

Buffalo Center (3 schools)

18 mi

West Bend (3 schools)

30 mi

Emmetsburg (4 schools)

27 mi

Graettinger (2 schools)

24 mi

Britt (2 schools)

32 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 Swea City, Iowa

How many schools are in Swea City, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Swea City, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Swea City is 9.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Swea City, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Swea City on MySchoolScout is North Kossuth Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Swea City, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Swea City on MySchoolScout is North Kossuth Elementary School with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Swea City, Iowa?

The top-ranked middle school in Swea City on MySchoolScout is North Union Middle School with a composite score of 9.0/10.

How many school districts serve Swea City, Iowa?

Swea City is served by 1 school district: North Kossuth Comm School District.

What is the education level in Swea City, Iowa?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Swea City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Swea City, Iowa?

The median household income in Swea City is approximately $65,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Swea City, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Swea City is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Swea 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.