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2 schools in Hartley

Iowa · Public K-12

Of the 2 public K-12 schools in Hartley, combined enrollment is roughly 464 students (an average of 232 per campus).

7-year change in Hartley

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
464
+45 (+11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
80%
was 82%
% Hispanic
15%
was 13%
% Black
2%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-04261
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High SchoolHigh09-12203

About Hartley

Hartley is a low-population Iowa city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 464 students total.

For a sense of the school types, the city is built around 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Schools in Hartley average about 232 students each, 38% noticeably below the Iowa norm.

Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 464 students, expanded 11% from the 419 reported in SY 2017-18.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Hartley discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Hartley?
Hartley, Iowa has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 464 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Hartley?
Hartley has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Hartley?
Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Elementary School is the largest public school in Hartley by enrollment, with approximately 261 students.
What school districts serve Hartley?
Hartley public schools are operated by Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Hartley cover?
Public schools in Hartley serve students from pre-K through grade 12.