Best Schools in Thornburg, Iowa
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Thornburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tri-county Jr/sr High School
High · Tri-county Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tri-county Elementary School
Elementary · Tri-county Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Income
$39,643
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Income
$39,643
household · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Thornburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tri-county Jr/sr High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Tri-county Elementary School | 5.9 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $39,643
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 100%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Thornburg compares
Median household income
$40k
52% of Iowa median
About Schools in Thornburg, Iowa
Thornburg, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Thornburg 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 Thornburg is Tri-county Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Thornburg is served by 1 school district: Tri-County Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 192 students.
Thornburg's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,643. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 106 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 86 students · 7th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Thornburg
Thornburg, Iowa · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,643
Population
40
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Thornburg has a median household income of $39,643. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Thornburg, Iowa
How many schools are in Thornburg, Iowa?
Thornburg has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Thornburg, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Thornburg is 6.5 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 Thornburg, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Thornburg on MySchoolScout is Tri-county Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Thornburg, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Thornburg on MySchoolScout is Tri-county Elementary School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Thornburg, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Thornburg on MySchoolScout is Tri-county Jr/sr High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Thornburg, Iowa?
Thornburg is served by 1 school district: Tri-county Comm School District.
What is the education level in Thornburg, Iowa?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Thornburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Thornburg, Iowa?
The median household income in Thornburg is approximately $39,643 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Thornburg, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Thornburg is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Thornburg, 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.