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Floyd County

Iowa · Public K-12

Public schools in Floyd County, Iowa total 8, with combined enrollment of about 2,152 students against a county population of 15,328. That breaks down as 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high.

7-year change in Floyd County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,152
-262 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
8
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
80%
was 82%
% Hispanic
8%
was 5%
% Black
6%
was 7%
% Asian
2%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
8
3 districts
Enrollment
2,152
NCES CCD
Median income
$68,557
Below Iowa avg
Free/reduced lunch
49.1%
Above Iowa avg
Elementary
4
866 students
Middle
2
641 students
High
2
645 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Charles City Comm School District
1,344 students · 3 districts in Floyd County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Floyd County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
90%
Hispanic
4%
Black
1%
Asian
2%
Two or more
7%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
80%
Hispanic
7%
Black
6%
Asian
2%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
18.3%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
7.2%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.3%
civilian labor
Median age
44
22.7% under 18

Test scores in Floyd County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 5 schools ranked. Iowa state average: 73.7%.

See all 5 schools in Floyd County ranked by score →

All schools (8)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Charles City High SchoolCharles CityHigh09-12472·
Charles City Middle SchoolCharles CityMiddle05-08386·
Lincoln Elementary SchoolCharles CityElementary02-04280·
Central Springs Middle SchoolNora SpringsMiddle04-08255·
RRMR Elementary SchoolRockfordElementaryPK-06235·
Washington Elementary SchoolCharles CityElementaryPK-01206·
Rockford Junior-Senior High SchoolRockfordHigh07-12173·
Central Springs Elementary School - Nora SpringsNora SpringsElementaryPK-03145·

Cities in Floyd County

Charles City4 schoolsNora Springs2 schoolsRockford2 schools

About Floyd County

Floyd County is a sparse county of about 15,328 residents in Iowa. Its public-school system educates approximately 2,152 students across 8 schools.

For perspective, census numbers show median household income runs near $68,557, 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the federal-poverty share is near 7%.

In terms of grade levels, Floyd County spans 4 elementary schools (866 students), 2 middle schools (641), and 2 high schools (645).

Charles City Comm School District is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 1,344 students across Floyd County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 2,152 students, shrank 11% from the 2,414 reported in SY 2017-18.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Floyd County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Floyd County?
Floyd County, Iowa has 8 public K-12 schools serving approximately 2,152 students.
How many high schools are in Floyd County?
Floyd County, Iowa has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 645 students.
How many middle schools are in Floyd County?
Floyd County, Iowa has 2 public middle schools, serving approximately 641 students.
How many elementary schools are in Floyd County?
Floyd County, Iowa has 4 public elementary schools, serving approximately 866 students.
What is the largest school district in Floyd County?
Charles City Comm School District is the largest school district in Floyd County, serving approximately 1,344 students. The county contains 3 school districts overall.
What is the population of Floyd County?
Floyd County, Iowa has a population of approximately 15,328, with a median age of 44. About 22.7% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Floyd County?
Median household income in Floyd County is $68,557, below the Iowa average of $71,592. About 7.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Floyd County?
Approximately 18.3% of adults 25 and older in Floyd County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Floyd County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 49.1% of students in Floyd County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Iowa county average of 41.8%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Floyd County schools?
Across Floyd County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 14.4 to 1.

Floyd County school rankings

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DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data