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2 schools in Graettinger

Iowa · Public K-12

From elementary through high school, Graettinger runs 2 public K-12 schools (1 middle and 1 high), with combined enrollment of about 176.

4-year change in Graettinger

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
176
-35 (-17%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
1,096
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
176
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
2
public K-12
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Graettinger-Terril High SchoolHigh09-12128
Graettinger-Terril Middle SchoolMiddle06-0848

About Graettinger

Graettinger is a rural-scale Iowa city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 176 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is made up of 1 middle, and 1 high.

Average school size in Graettinger is around 88 students, 77% meaningfully below the Iowa average of about 376.

Trend over the past 4 years. Total public-school enrollment in Graettinger has declined 17% since SY 2020-21, moving from about 211 students to 176.

On this page, the community for Graettinger discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Graettinger, Iowa?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Graettinger, with a combined enrollment of about 176.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Graettinger?
Graettinger has 1 middle school and 1 high school.
What is the largest public school in Graettinger?
Graettinger-Terril High School is the largest public school in Graettinger by enrollment, with approximately 128 students.
What school districts serve Graettinger?
Graettinger public schools are operated by Graettinger-Terril Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Graettinger cover?
Public schools in Graettinger serve students from grade 6 through grade 12.