Best Schools in Vinton, Iowa
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Vinton?
Use this page to compare every school in Vinton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Vinton-shellsburg Middle School
Middle · Vinton-shellsburg Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Tilford Elementary School
Elementary · Vinton-shellsburg Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vinton-shellsburg High School
High · Vinton-shellsburg 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 Vinton for 2026 are Vinton-shellsburg Middle School (8.0/10), Tilford Elementary School (7.9/10), and Vinton-shellsburg High School (7.5/10), 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
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$173,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$173,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Vinton
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 | Vinton-shellsburg Middle School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Tilford Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Vinton-shellsburg High School | 7.5 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $71,537
- Median home value
- $173,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vinton compares
Iowa rank
#18 of 175
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.5
above Iowa avg (6.3)
Median household income
$72k
94% of Iowa median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Vinton, Iowa
Vinton, Iowa is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Vinton perform strongly 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 Vinton is Vinton-shellsburg Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vinton is served by 1 school district: Vinton-Shellsburg Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 1,551 students.
Vinton's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,537. The poverty rate in the area is 10.9%.
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 | 558 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 337 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 406 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Vinton
Vinton, Iowa · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,537
Median Home Value
$173,800
Median Rent
$838/mo
Population
7,745
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Community Profile
Vinton has a median household income of $71,537. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $173,800, with a median rent of $838/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.9%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Vinton, Iowa
How many schools are in Vinton, Iowa?
Vinton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vinton, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vinton is 7.8 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 Vinton, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Vinton on MySchoolScout is Vinton-shellsburg Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vinton, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vinton on MySchoolScout is Tilford Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Vinton, Iowa?
The top-ranked middle school in Vinton on MySchoolScout is Vinton-shellsburg Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Vinton, Iowa?
The top-ranked high school in Vinton on MySchoolScout is Vinton-shellsburg High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Vinton, Iowa?
Vinton is served by 1 school district: Vinton-shellsburg Comm School District.
What is the education level in Vinton, Iowa?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Vinton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vinton, Iowa?
The median household income in Vinton is approximately $71,537 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vinton, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vinton is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vinton, 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.