For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 455 students in Britt, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Britt, IA are West Hancock High School and West Hancock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Britt, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Britt have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Britt, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hancock High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
420 9th Ave Sw
Britt, IA 50423
(641) 843-3863
Britt, IA 50423
(641) 843-3863
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
West Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 9th Ave Sw
Britt, IA 50423
(641) 843-3833
Britt, IA 50423
(641) 843-3833
Gr: PK-4 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Britt, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Britt, IA include West Hancock High School and West Hancock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Britt?
2 public schools are located in Britt.
What is the racial composition of students in Britt?
Britt public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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