For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 383 students in Waucoma, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in Waucoma, IA are Turkey Valley Elementary School and Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waucoma, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Waucoma have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waucoma, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turkey Valley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3219 St Hwy 24
Waucoma, IA 52171
(563) 776-6011
Waucoma, IA 52171
(563) 776-6011
Gr: PK-6 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3219 St Hwy 24
Waucoma, IA 52171
(563) 776-6011
Waucoma, IA 52171
(563) 776-6011
Gr: 7-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waucoma, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Waucoma, IA include Turkey Valley Elementary School and Turkey Valley Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Waucoma?
2 public schools are located in Waucoma.
What is the racial composition of students in Waucoma?
Waucoma public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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