Best Schools in Iowa, Louisiana
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
Choosing a school in Iowa?
Use this page to compare every school in Iowa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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J. I. Watson Elementary School
Elementary · Calcasieu Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Iowa High School
High · Calcasieu Parish. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$251,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$251,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Iowa
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 | J. I. Watson Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Iowa High School | 6.8 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $83,048
- Median home value
- $251,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Iowa compares
Median household income
$83k
142% of Louisiana median
About Schools in Iowa, Louisiana
Iowa, Louisiana 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 7.3 out of 10, schools in Iowa 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 Iowa is J. I. Watson Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Iowa is served by 1 school district: Calcasieu Parish. These districts collectively serve 29,282 students.
Iowa's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,048. The poverty rate in the area is 9.0%.
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 | 524 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,051 students · 6th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Iowa
Iowa, Louisiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,048
Median Home Value
$251,400
Median Rent
$1,134/mo
Population
12,056
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
9.0%
Community Profile
Iowa has a median household income of $83,048. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $251,400, with a median rent of $1,134/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Louisiana
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Louisiana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Iowa, Louisiana
How many schools are in Iowa, Louisiana?
Iowa has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Iowa, Louisiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Iowa is 7.3 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 Iowa, Louisiana?
The top-ranked school in Iowa on MySchoolScout is J. I. Watson Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Iowa, Louisiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Iowa on MySchoolScout is J. I. Watson Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Iowa, Louisiana?
The top-ranked high school in Iowa on MySchoolScout is Iowa High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Iowa, Louisiana?
Iowa is served by 1 school district: Calcasieu Parish.
What is the education level in Iowa, Louisiana?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Iowa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Iowa, Louisiana?
The median household income in Iowa is approximately $83,048 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Iowa, Louisiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Iowa is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Iowa, Louisiana?
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, Louisiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.