Best Schools in Zearing, Iowa
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Colo-nesco Elementary School
Elementary · Colo-nesco Comm School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$170,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$170,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Zearing
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colo-nesco Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $67,344
- Median home value
- $170,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Zearing compares
Median household income
$67k
88% of Iowa median
About Schools in Zearing, Iowa
Zearing, Iowa is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Zearing 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 Zearing is Colo-nesco Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Zearing is served by 1 school district: Colo-NESCO Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 383 students.
Zearing's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,344. The poverty rate in the area is 16.3%.
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 | 164 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.5 |
Schools in Zearing
Zearing, Iowa · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,344
Median Home Value
$170,400
Median Rent
$936/mo
Population
819
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Community Profile
Zearing has a median household income of $67,344. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,400, with a median rent of $936/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Iowa
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Zearing, Iowa
How many schools are in Zearing, Iowa?
Zearing has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Zearing, Iowa?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Zearing is 4.5 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 Zearing, Iowa?
The top-ranked school in Zearing on MySchoolScout is Colo-nesco Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Zearing, Iowa?
The top-ranked elementary school in Zearing on MySchoolScout is Colo-nesco Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Zearing, Iowa?
Zearing is served by 1 school district: Colo-nesco Comm School District.
What is the education level in Zearing, Iowa?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Zearing have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Zearing, Iowa?
The median household income in Zearing is approximately $67,344 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Zearing, Iowa?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Zearing is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Zearing, 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.