South Tama County School District
School District · Tama, Iowa
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,294
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,294
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Evaluating South Tama County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South Tama County 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.
South Tama County Middle School
Toledo · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
South Tama County Elementary School
Tama · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
South Tama County High School
Tama · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Iowa rank
#236 of 310
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Iowa avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,294
+$272 vs Iowa median
District size
1,422 students
Larger than Iowa median
The short answer
South Tama County ranks #236 of 310 Iowa districts by overall school rating. South Tama County's schools with real test data average 5.9/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are South Tama County Middle School (6.8/10), South Tama County Elementary School (5.9/10), and South Tama County High School (5.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South Tama County
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 | South Tama County Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | South Tama County Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | South Tama County High School | 5.1 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South Tama County
South Tama County is a Tama, Iowa school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,422 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1. The district invests $13,294 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.9/10, South Tama County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is South Tama County Middle School, which has a composite score of 6.8/10.
In standardized testing, South Tama County students show an average math proficiency of 62.8% and ELA proficiency of 62.9%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South Tama County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Tama County with test data.
Schools in South Tama County
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Iowa
- City
- Tama
- Total Enrollment
- 1,422
- Teachers (FTE)
- 101
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Tama County?
South Tama County 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 South Tama County?
The average composite rating for South Tama County is 5.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Tama County?
South Tama County spends $13,294 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Tama County?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Tama County is 14.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Tama County?
South Tama County Middle School is the highest-rated school in South Tama County with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What are the test scores in South Tama County?
Across schools in South Tama County with test data, the average math proficiency is 62.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 62.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Tama County compare to other districts in Iowa?
South Tama County has an average school rating of 5.9/10 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
- 5.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 62.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 62.9%
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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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