3 schools in Guttenberg
Public schools in Guttenberg number 3 per the latest NCES data, with about 1,773 students enrolled, an average school size of 591.
7-year change in Guttenberg
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Ridge High School | High | 09-12 | 176 |
| Clayton Ridge Middle School | Middle | 06-08 | 140 |
| Iowa Virtual Academy | Combined | KG-12 | 1,457 |
About Guttenberg
Guttenberg is a sparse Iowa city in terms of public-school footprint, with 3 schools and 1,773 students total.
On the school-mix side, the city comprises 1 middle, 1 high, and 1 other.
Per-campus enrollment runs near 591, noticeably above the state mean of about 376.
Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment expanded 345%: 398 students in SY 2017-18 versus 1,773 in SY 2024-25. Guttenberg now counts 3 public schools, up from 2 in SY 2017-18. Demographically, the Black share of enrollment expanded from 0% to 9%.
Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Guttenberg discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.