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Suburb of Davenport, IA
Current Resident: I like the small town feel of Leclaire, but the big town feel of the neighboring cities. There are many things you can do such as go to the Pickers museum, sight see at the river, get pizza and ice cream at happy joes, and many other things.... Read 7 reviews
Population 4,614
#1 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
Suburb of Davenport, IA,
7 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I like the small town feel of Leclaire, but the big town feel of the neighboring cities. There are many things you can do such as go to the Pickers museum, sight see at the river, get pizza and ice....
I like the small town feel of Leclaire, but the big town feel of the neighboring cities. There are many things you can do such as go to the Pickers museum, sight see at the river, get pizza and ice....
Read 7 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 4,614,
Current Resident: I have only lived in Gilbert for about four months. It is a very safe area in my opinion and the people are very friendly. When we first moved here, our new neighbors brought us bread, plants, and chocolate. I really enjoy living here.... Read 5 reviews
Population 1,082
#2 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have only lived in Gilbert for about four months. It is a very safe area in my opinion and the people are very friendly. When we first moved here, our new neighbors brought us bread, plants, and....
I have only lived in Gilbert for about four months. It is a very safe area in my opinion and the people are very friendly. When we first moved here, our new neighbors brought us bread, plants, and....
Read 5 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 1,082,
Current Resident: I have lived in the city of Bettendorf for 13 years now, and I believe it's one of the safest cities in the area. Everyone in my neighborhood is very The city does a great job at quick renovations. New houses are being built all the time, forming a bigger, welcoming community. Luckily, the area of Bettendorf I live in is quite close to the Davenport district, giving me more access to schools around both Bettendorf and Davenport. One of my favorite parts about the the city is the amount of food options we have. If you want to grab a bite with friends or family, there are plenty of fast food options and restaurants to choose from, all with fairly fast service. With the amount of shops and stores around here, they're always looking for new hires, making it easy to find a job, especially for young students trying to get an early start on working experience! I highly recommend Bettendorf for families of all sizes and ages, and I'm sure you'll find a community that you feel belonged to.... Read 77 reviews
Population 38,631
#3 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
77 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in the city of Bettendorf for 13 years now, and I believe it's one of the safest cities in the area. Everyone in my neighborhood is very The city does a great job at quick renovations.....
I have lived in the city of Bettendorf for 13 years now, and I believe it's one of the safest cities in the area. Everyone in my neighborhood is very The city does a great job at quick renovations.....
Read 77 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 38,631,
Saint Bernadette Catholic School
Private School•
SPRINGFIELD, VA•
PK, K-8
Norfolk Academy
NORFOLK, VA•
1-12
Scattergood Friends School
WEST BRANCH, IA•
6-12
Suburb of Des Moines, IA
Current Resident: I have lived in Waukee, Iowa for four years now! It is truly one of the best neighborhoods in this world! Everyone around here are good friends no matter if you are poor, different race, go to a private school, are part of a different religion, and more! There is a reason why Waukee's growth rate has increased by 74% since 2010! People love it here and there are so many opportunities everywhere! Waukee is the fastest growing city in the entire state of Iowa! You feel safe and protected where ever you are. Whether that be at school, at the park, at home, or maybe just hanging out with some friends! Waukee is a suburb of Iowa's capital, Des Moines. It's about a 20 minute drive to Des Moines which makes the commute time pretty good! There are some many things you can do in Waukee! I love Waukee and will continue to for as long as I live here!... Read 53 reviews
Population 23,441
#4 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
Suburb of Des Moines, IA,
53 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in Waukee, Iowa for four years now! It is truly one of the best neighborhoods in this world! Everyone around here are good friends no matter if you are poor, different race, go to a....
I have lived in Waukee, Iowa for four years now! It is truly one of the best neighborhoods in this world! Everyone around here are good friends no matter if you are poor, different race, go to a....
Read 53 reviews.
Population: 23,441,
Current Resident: Although Clive is a small suburb of the larger city of Des Moines, it has lots to offer. Campbell park offers slow pitch softball and a little music festival every Friday night of the summer with food trucks, live music, and sand volleyball. Clive also provides lots of beautiful trails like the greenbelt trail that extends through Clive, that reach from the Country Club neighborhood to the Clive tool, to the other side. Along the trail you could see multiple parks, the Country Club Lake, and the Clive goats. The Neighborhoods in Clive are very nice, clean, and safe. Clive is kept up by the Clive grounds crew that keep the parks and streets clean of trash, they spray all streets and neighborhoods at night for bugs, and they plow the streets of snow in the winter. They also take care of the softball fields at Campbell park and mow the large fields. I have lived in a different suburb of Des Moines called West Des Moines and it couldn't compare to living in Clive. I wouldn’t want to move.... Read 43 reviews
Population 18,323
#5 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
43 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Although Clive is a small suburb of the larger city of Des Moines, it has lots to offer. Campbell park offers slow pitch softball and a little music festival every Friday night of the summer with....
Although Clive is a small suburb of the larger city of Des Moines, it has lots to offer. Campbell park offers slow pitch softball and a little music festival every Friday night of the summer with....
Read 43 reviews.
Population: 18,323,
Town in Iowa
Current Resident: If you enjoy your peace and quiet, Orange City is the town for you. With a limited population of just over 6,000 people, there are not many distractions within the town. Orange City values its Dutch heritage, celebrated by a Tulip Festival each year in May. Many of the residents of Orange City have an affiliation with MOC-Floyd Valley High School, Unity Christian High School, or Northwestern College. One item of consideration for Orange City to make a change in is their restaurant selection. Equipped with a Taco Johns, Pizza Ranch, Hardees, and a few other establishments, there is a limited selection of places to grab a bite to eat. Due to the small population, the residents of Orange City have been able to build a strong community. "Everybody knows everybody" is a phrase you will probably hear if you stick around for a couple of days.... Read 26 reviews
Population 6,214
#6 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
Town in Iowa,
26 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says If you enjoy your peace and quiet, Orange City is the town for you. With a limited population of just over 6,000 people, there are not many distractions within the town. Orange City values its Dutch....
If you enjoy your peace and quiet, Orange City is the town for you. With a limited population of just over 6,000 people, there are not many distractions within the town. Orange City values its Dutch....
Read 26 reviews.
Population: 6,214,
Current Resident: My overall Experience has been very well, its a very quite town in general. Alton is a very safe town, and on some days they will close downtown off for a flea market or small festivals theirs is a couple places to eat. The one downside is the nearest Walmart is 15 min drive but their is a fairway grocery store in the orange city which is right down the road. Their is a couple options for school here but both the private and public ones are great not alot of night life here and not a lot of options for work if your an adult... Read 5 reviews
Population 1,380
#7 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
5 Niche users give it an average review of 3.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says My overall Experience has been very well, its a very quite town in general. Alton is a very safe town, and on some days they will close downtown off for a flea market or small festivals theirs is a....
My overall Experience has been very well, its a very quite town in general. Alton is a very safe town, and on some days they will close downtown off for a flea market or small festivals theirs is a....
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 1,380,
Current Resident: Living in Johnston, Iowa is such a wonderful experience. I truly love it here! The small-town feel combined with the amenities of a larger city makes it the perfect place to call home. There are so many great parks and trails to explore in the area, and the local community is incredibly welcoming and friendly. Plus, there are plenty of delicious restaurants and unique shops to discover. Overall, Johnston, Iowa is a fantastic place to live and I feel lucky to call it my home. At this moment, I have only been living in Johnston for less than 6 months, and during this time I cannot say it needs more change. I am satisfied.... Read 37 reviews
Population 23,418
#8 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
37 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Living in Johnston, Iowa is such a wonderful experience. I truly love it here! The small-town feel combined with the amenities of a larger city makes it the perfect place to call home. There are so....
Living in Johnston, Iowa is such a wonderful experience. I truly love it here! The small-town feel combined with the amenities of a larger city makes it the perfect place to call home. There are so....
Read 37 reviews.
Population: 23,418,
Former Resident: A great town that is growing yet neighbors still hang out and befriend each other. The schools are amazing. It's right outside the capitol yet you don't have to leave town, great restaurants, shops, everything you need!... Read 182 reviews
Population 66,346
#9 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
182 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says A great town that is growing yet neighbors still hang out and befriend each other. The schools are amazing. It's right outside the capitol yet you don't have to leave town, great restaurants,....
A great town that is growing yet neighbors still hang out and befriend each other. The schools are amazing. It's right outside the capitol yet you don't have to leave town, great restaurants,....
Read 182 reviews.
Population: 66,346,
Current Resident: West Des Moines is a great place to live! It is very close to downtown and you can get just about anywhere you need to go in 25 minutes... with that being said, it can get pretty boring because there aren't many activities to do in WDM. Another pro of WDM would be the cost of living, of course!... Read 138 reviews
Population 67,640
#10 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
138 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says West Des Moines is a great place to live! It is very close to downtown and you can get just about anywhere you need to go in 25 minutes... with that being said, it can get pretty boring because there...Another pro of WDM would be the cost of living, of course!.
West Des Moines is a great place to live! It is very close to downtown and you can get just about anywhere you need to go in 25 minutes... with that being said, it can get pretty boring because there...Another pro of WDM would be the cost of living, of course!.
Read 138 reviews.
Population: 67,640,
Suburb of Cedar Rapids, IA
Population 1,381
#11 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
Suburb of Cedar Rapids, IA,
Population: 1,381,
Current Resident: I enjoy living in Urbandale as it is included in the Des Moines Metro area while also having the rare ability of incorporating the country into it. Well connected to the rest of the city via I-35/235 mixmaster. Commute times are far better than any other major U.S city. Very safe suburb, grew up running around with friends without parental oversight. many natural areas to explore like walnut creek and all of its many parks that encompass the overall greenbelt. (network of trails following walnut creek) many fond memories of fishing and always being outside with school friends. Housing market is in a boom which is good for residents moving in as their homes will surely rise in value. Rapid expansion overall, new homes being built everyday with accompanying infrastructure. Cost of living is much lower than many other U.S cities, our tax rates are at a steady 6.3% and have no intentions of changing at all. Urbandale is just slightly below the national average in cost of living... Read 108 reviews
Population 45,037
#12 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
108 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I enjoy living in Urbandale as it is included in the Des Moines Metro area while also having the rare ability of incorporating the country into it. Well connected to the rest of the city via....
I enjoy living in Urbandale as it is included in the Des Moines Metro area while also having the rare ability of incorporating the country into it. Well connected to the rest of the city via....
Read 108 reviews.
Population: 45,037,
Niche User: I enjoy living in Ames. Although it's a college town and most of the fun things to do and people to meet happen during the school semesters, during the summer, it's not bad. There are many things to do and places to check out in the town, for example, the farmers market. The people there are always nice. Also, getting involved with Iowa State University is a great place to meet people from different cultures and backgrounds!... Read 372 reviews
Population 65,522
#13 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
372 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says I enjoy living in Ames. Although it's a college town and most of the fun things to do and people to meet happen during the school semesters, during the summer, it's not bad. There are many things to....
I enjoy living in Ames. Although it's a college town and most of the fun things to do and people to meet happen during the school semesters, during the summer, it's not bad. There are many things to....
Read 372 reviews.
Population: 65,522,
Current Resident: I've always lived in North Liberty, and I absolutely love it. I love that I live by all of my friends and that it has plenty of restaurants and stores to keep yourself busy. I like that it doesn't feel like some blink-once-and-you'll-miss-it town, but it isn't heavily populated. I wish its overall cleanliness would improve. There is a lot of trash and litter lying around, but we plenty of pretty awesome people that group together to clean it up!... Read 51 reviews
Population 19,976
#14 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
51 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I've always lived in North Liberty, and I absolutely love it. I love that I live by all of my friends and that it has plenty of restaurants and stores to keep yourself busy. I like that it doesn't....
I've always lived in North Liberty, and I absolutely love it. I love that I live by all of my friends and that it has plenty of restaurants and stores to keep yourself busy. I like that it doesn't....
Read 51 reviews.
Population: 19,976,
Current Resident: I have grown up in Polk City and it is the perfect place to raise children. The public school system is great. There are a lot of opportunities for all kids (from help to kids that need extra help). The high school is great about letting the kids take college classes. All the college classes are paid for if the kids do it during the school year. That includes the textbooks. Polk City is 30 minutes away from Des Moines and Ames. It is 15 minutes away from Ankney which has a lot of job opportunities for younger and older kids, it also has a DMACC campus. There is not a lot of nightlife but Polk City does have four bars, so if you like to drink you will have options. Polk City has plenty of parks, some with play sets and one has a tennis court! Polk City is also growing which more food places and is a great place.... Read 10 reviews
Population 5,386
#15 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
10 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have grown up in Polk City and it is the perfect place to raise children. The public school system is great. There are a lot of opportunities for all kids (from help to kids that need extra help).....
I have grown up in Polk City and it is the perfect place to raise children. The public school system is great. There are a lot of opportunities for all kids (from help to kids that need extra help).....
Read 10 reviews.
Population: 5,386,
Current Resident: Grimes is a booming suburb of Des Moines. They have amazing schools & the kindness of the community is hands down incredible. If you want a growing city where it still has a small town feel close to the Capitol, Grimes is the place for you!... Read 58 reviews
Population 14,842
#16 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
58 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Grimes is a booming suburb of Des Moines. They have amazing schools & the kindness of the community is hands down incredible. If you want a growing city where it still has a small town feel close....
Grimes is a booming suburb of Des Moines. They have amazing schools & the kindness of the community is hands down incredible. If you want a growing city where it still has a small town feel close....
Read 58 reviews.
Population: 14,842,
Current Resident: It is a very beautiful town with many fun things to do. It has two very strong educational school districts. The town of Marion is overall a great community.... Read 110 reviews
Population 41,023
#17 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
110 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It is a very beautiful town with many fun things to do. It has two very strong educational school districts. The town of Marion is overall a great community..
It is a very beautiful town with many fun things to do. It has two very strong educational school districts. The town of Marion is overall a great community..
Read 110 reviews.
Population: 41,023,
Current Resident: I love how Coralville is building more homes and newer developments. I have been living here for over a year now and I am always seeing new business and restaurants to explore. With these new business comes more job opportunities in the area. More people are moving to Coralville to encourage growth. The area is very safe and I feel comfortable in my home. Commute time to the university of Iowa is around 12 minutes and there are multiple routes to take if traffic occurs. However, the water quality could use some upgrading. Overall the area is above market price due to the accessibility to the University and quality of lif.e... Read 50 reviews
Population 22,226
#18 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
50 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I love how Coralville is building more homes and newer developments. I have been living here for over a year now and I am always seeing new business and restaurants to explore. With these new....
I love how Coralville is building more homes and newer developments. I have been living here for over a year now and I am always seeing new business and restaurants to explore. With these new....
Read 50 reviews.
Population: 22,226,
Current Resident: Decorah is such a vibrant little town! There's a lot to do no matter how old you are. The parks are well tended, and the entire town has so many beautifully kept historical buildings! Just walking down the street and seeing all of the beautiful old houses is so lovely. I also really like the farmer's market every Wednesday, where locals gather around to sell their lovingly crafted goods.... Read 43 reviews
Population 7,767
#19 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
43 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Decorah is such a vibrant little town! There's a lot to do no matter how old you are. The parks are well tended, and the entire town has so many beautifully kept historical buildings! Just walking....
Decorah is such a vibrant little town! There's a lot to do no matter how old you are. The parks are well tended, and the entire town has so many beautifully kept historical buildings! Just walking....
Population: 7,767,
Current Resident: I have lived in many towns and Williamsburg is by far the best. They have an amazing school program that teams up with Kirkwood Community College and a great athletic department. Many of the coaches are from the community and the whole community supports the school. The connection between the community and school is very strong!... Read 6 reviews
Population 3,322
#20 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
6 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived in many towns and Williamsburg is by far the best. They have an amazing school program that teams up with Kirkwood Community College and a great athletic department. Many of the coaches....
I have lived in many towns and Williamsburg is by far the best. They have an amazing school program that teams up with Kirkwood Community College and a great athletic department. Many of the coaches....
Read 6 reviews.
Population: 3,322,
Current Resident: Very nice place to live with a family. Has a variety of parks, restaurants, businesses. What is not available in Hiawatha is available very close to the city. The city does have a wonderful Parks Department which hosts a wide variety of family and community events.... Read 11 reviews
Population 7,184
#21 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Very nice place to live with a family. Has a variety of parks, restaurants, businesses. What is not available in Hiawatha is available very close to the city. The city does have a wonderful Parks....
Very nice place to live with a family. Has a variety of parks, restaurants, businesses. What is not available in Hiawatha is available very close to the city. The city does have a wonderful Parks....
Read 11 reviews.
Population: 7,184,
Current Resident: It is obviously a college town. Even though it is the University of Northern Iowa I think over time it has grown out of it to become a town in itself. There are a lot of small businesses which are really nice. Whether they are on college hill, downtown, farmers market, or anywhere else I am never disappointed.... Read 135 reviews
Population 40,500
#22 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
135 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It is obviously a college town. Even though it is the University of Northern Iowa I think over time it has grown out of it to become a town in itself. There are a lot of small businesses which are....
It is obviously a college town. Even though it is the University of Northern Iowa I think over time it has grown out of it to become a town in itself. There are a lot of small businesses which are....
Read 135 reviews.
Population: 40,500,
Current Resident: I've lived in Story City for the past five years and have discovered that this small town has a rich history. As an Asian American with immigrant parents, I was surprised to find such a wonderful culture in a small rural community in Iowa. The majority of the residents are of Norwegian and Scandinavian descent. This component is not disregarded. Scandinavian Days, a three-day celebration commemorating the town's culture, is celebrated every year. There are rides, a parade, food trucks, games, a petting zoo, a 5k race, and carousel rides at this festival. The carousel rides are at a carousel that has been in the community for several generations and has stood for over a century. For the occasion, attendees will even dress in traditional Scandinavian attire. Seeing folks here who are open about their culture has made me more comfortable and appreciative of my own. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn about and take part in two diverse cultures.... Read 14 reviews
Population 3,400
#23 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
14 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I've lived in Story City for the past five years and have discovered that this small town has a rich history. As an Asian American with immigrant parents, I was surprised to find such a wonderful....
I've lived in Story City for the past five years and have discovered that this small town has a rich history. As an Asian American with immigrant parents, I was surprised to find such a wonderful....
Read 14 reviews.
Population: 3,400,
Current Resident: Iowa City is a great place to live...if you have to live in Iowa. It is a university town (Go Hawks) and during the school year, the students take over the downtown area and beyond. I lived downtown as a 30something for nearly 9 years and it was great to be close to almost everything you need (to get to an affordable grocery store, you would have to grab a bus or drive) but the loud nights from the students was something that I could never get used to. Rent is much higher than anywhere else in Iowa, but if you are a part of a diverse community (I'm a member of the LGBTQ+ community), it's one of the places I feel safest in Iowa. Unfortunately the liberal bubble only encompasses Iowa City. There is always something interesting going on in the community and much of it is free. You meet people who are very interesting & might run into well known authors at your favorite restaurant! Being a UNESCO City of Literature is sure something.... Read 337 reviews
Population 74,240
#24 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
337 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Iowa City is a great place to live...if you have to live in Iowa. It is a university town (Go Hawks) and during the school year, the students take over the downtown area and beyond. I lived downtown....
Iowa City is a great place to live...if you have to live in Iowa. It is a university town (Go Hawks) and during the school year, the students take over the downtown area and beyond. I lived downtown....
Read 337 reviews.
Population: 74,240,
Current Resident: I am a senior in high school that has lived in Robins most of their life. It is a quite town, right next to the larger cities of Cedar Rapids and Marion. It's a mostly residential town, with only a couple small businesses, such as a bank and a restaurant. Overall, it's a wonderful place to grow up, with access to both the Linn-Mar and Cedar Rapids school districts.... Read 1 review
Population 3,344
#25 Places with the Best Public Schools in Iowa.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I am a senior in high school that has lived in Robins most of their life. It is a quite town, right next to the larger cities of Cedar Rapids and Marion. It's a mostly residential town, with only a....
I am a senior in high school that has lived in Robins most of their life. It is a quite town, right next to the larger cities of Cedar Rapids and Marion. It's a mostly residential town, with only a....
Read 1 reviews.
Population: 3,344,
Episcopal High School
ALEXANDRIA, VA•
9-12
West Des Moines Community School District
School District•
WEST DES MOINES, IA
Sora Schools
Online School•
ATLANTA, GA•
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