Districts in Palo Alto County4 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emmetsburg Community School District | Curlew | 6/10 Average · 54th pct | 3 |
| West Bend-Mallard Community School District | Mallard | 5/10 Average · 48th pct | 2 |
| Graettinger-Terril Community School District | Graettinger | 2/10 Poor · 16th pct | 2 |
| Ruthven-Ayrshire Community School District | Ayrshire | 1/10 Poor · 5th pct | 3 |
School Districts in Palo Alto County, Iowa
Palo Alto County has 4 public school districts covering 10 zip codes. The top-rated district in Palo Alto County is Emmetsburg Community School District (6/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Iowa. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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