North Iowa Comm School District
School District · Buffalo Center, Iowa
Avg Rating
7.5
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,962
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Avg Rating
7.5
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,962
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Evaluating North Iowa Comm School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge North Iowa Comm School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
North Iowa Middle School
Buffalo Center · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
North Iowa Elementary Buffalo Center
Buffalo Center · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
North Iowa High School
Buffalo Center · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Iowa rank
#74 of 310
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Iowa avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,962
+$940 vs Iowa median
District size
465 students
Smaller than Iowa median
The short answer
North Iowa Comm School District ranks #74 of 310 Iowa districts by overall school rating. North Iowa Comm School District's schools with real test data average 7.5/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are North Iowa Middle School (9.0/10), North Iowa Elementary Buffalo Center (7.9/10), and North Iowa High School (5.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in North Iowa Comm School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating 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 | North Iowa Middle School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | North Iowa Elementary Buffalo Center | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | North Iowa High School | 5.7 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About North Iowa Comm School District
North Iowa Comm School District is a Buffalo Center, Iowa school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 465 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. The district invests $13,962 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.5/10, North Iowa Comm School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is North Iowa Middle School, which has a composite score of 9.0/10.
In standardized testing, North Iowa Comm School District students show an average math proficiency of 68.9% and ELA proficiency of 69.8%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in North Iowa Comm School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in North Iowa Comm School District with test data.
Schools in North Iowa Comm School District
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Iowa
- City
- Buffalo Center
- Total Enrollment
- 465
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in North Iowa Comm School District?
North Iowa Comm School District has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for North Iowa Comm School District?
The average composite rating for North Iowa Comm School District is 7.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in North Iowa Comm School District?
North Iowa Comm School District spends $13,962 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Iowa Comm School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in North Iowa Comm School District is 12.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in North Iowa Comm School District?
North Iowa Middle School is the highest-rated school in North Iowa Comm School District with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What are the test scores in North Iowa Comm School District?
Across schools in North Iowa Comm School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 68.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 69.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does North Iowa Comm School District compare to other districts in Iowa?
North Iowa Comm School District has an average school rating of 7.5/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Iowa by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 68.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 69.8%
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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.
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