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2 schools in Ossian

Iowa · Public K-12

Public K-12 schools in Ossian number 2, teaching approximately 324 Iowa students, an average of 162 per campus.

7-year change in Ossian

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
324
+28 (+9%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
92%
was 92%
% Hispanic
5%
was 6%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
South Winneshiek Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-04198
South Winneshiek Middle SchoolMiddle05-08126

About Ossian

Ossian is a low-population Iowa city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 324 students total.

On the school-mix side, the city is built around 1 elementary, and 1 middle.

Schools in Ossian average about 162 students each, 57% noticeably below the Iowa norm.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Ossian has increased 9% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 296 students to 324.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Ossian discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Ossian?
Ossian, Iowa has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 324 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Ossian?
Ossian has 1 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Ossian?
South Winneshiek Elementary School is the largest public school in Ossian by enrollment, with approximately 198 students.
What school districts serve Ossian?
Ossian public schools are operated by South Winneshiek Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Ossian cover?
Public schools in Ossian serve students from pre-K through grade 8.