Best Schools in Tiffin, Iowa
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Tiffin by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Oak Hill Elementary
Elementary · Clear Creek Amana Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clear Creek Amana Middle School
Middle · Clear Creek Amana Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Clear Creek Amana High School
High · Clear Creek Amana 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 Tiffin for 2026 are Oak Hill Elementary (8.5/10), Clear Creek Amana Middle School (7.6/10), and Clear Creek Amana High School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$317,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$317,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tiffin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Hill Elementary | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Clear Creek Amana Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Clear Creek Amana High School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Tiffin Elementary | 3.0 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $105,517
- Median home value
- $317,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 58%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Tiffin compares
Iowa rank
#109 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$106k
138% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Tiffin, Iowa
Tiffin, Iowa is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Tiffin 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 Tiffin is Oak Hill Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tiffin is served by 1 school district: Clear Creek Amana Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 3,126 students.
Tiffin's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,517. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 396 students · 4th–5th | 8.5 |
| 2 | 413 students · Pre-K–3rd | 3.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 691 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 778 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Tiffin
Tiffin, Iowa · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,517
Median Home Value
$317,900
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
5,695
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Community Profile
Tiffin has a median household income of $105,517. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $317,900, with a median rent of $1,336/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tiffin, Iowa
How many schools are in Tiffin, Iowa?
Tiffin has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tiffin, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tiffin is 6.2 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 Tiffin, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tiffin, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Oak Hill Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Tiffin, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Clear Creek Amana Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Tiffin, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Tiffin on MySchoolScout is Clear Creek Amana High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Tiffin, Iowa?
Tiffin is served by 1 school district: Clear Creek Amana Comm School District.
What is the education level in Tiffin, Iowa?
According to Census data, 58% of adults in Tiffin have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tiffin, Iowa?
The median household income in Tiffin is approximately $105,517 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tiffin, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tiffin is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tiffin, 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.