6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Whiting, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.3/10
Median household income: $70,714
Median home value: $116,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 28%
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Whiting compares

Median household income

$71k

93% of Iowa median

About Schools in Whiting, Iowa

Whiting, 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 6.3 out of 10, schools in Whiting show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Whiting is Whiting Senior High School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Whiting is served by 1 school district: Whiting Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 147 students.

Whiting's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,714. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.

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	Whiting Elementary School 81 students · Pre-K–6th	81	Pre-K–6th	4.8

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Whiting Senior High School 66 students · 7th–12th	66	7th–12th	7.8

Schools in Whiting

Whiting, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,714

Median Home Value

$116,400

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

1,109

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

77%

Poverty Rate

8.0%

Community Profile

Whiting has a median household income of $70,714. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,400, with a median rent of $913/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10

Resources

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School District

Whiting Comm School District

2 schools · 147 students

Nearby Cities

Sergeant Bluff (4 schools)

Sioux City (29 schools)

Correctionville (1 school)

31 mi

Hinton (3 schools)

35 mi

Other Major Cities in Iowa

Top metros statewide by school count.

Des Moines 77 schools Cedar Rapids 52 schools Davenport 28 schools Dubuque 23 schools Waterloo 21 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 Whiting, Iowa

How many schools are in Whiting, Iowa?

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

What is the average school rating in Whiting, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Whiting is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Whiting, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Whiting on MySchoolScout is Whiting Senior High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Whiting, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Whiting on MySchoolScout is Whiting Elementary School with a composite score of 4.8/10.

What is the best high school in Whiting, Iowa?

The top-ranked high school in Whiting on MySchoolScout is Whiting Senior High School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Whiting, Iowa?

Whiting is served by 1 school district: Whiting Comm School District.

What is the education level in Whiting, Iowa?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Whiting have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Whiting, Iowa?

The median household income in Whiting is approximately $70,714 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Whiting, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Whiting is 8.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Whiting, 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.