Forest City Comm School District

Located at 145 South Clark Street in Forest City, Iowa, the Forest City Community School District serves as an active educational hub for its rural, remote North Iowa community. Operating three district schools, this non-charter public school system provides a continuous academic pathway spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade. As an independent traditional district, Forest City offers a welcoming environment tailored to families seeking a close-knit setting where students can progress seamlessly through their early childhood, elementary, middle, and high school years.

The district supports a student body of 1,082 learners across its primary and secondary levels, maintaining balanced enrollments throughout every grade. To foster academic growth and holistic development, the district maintains a robust workforce comprising over 350 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes more than 180 dedicated teachers, nearly 33 instructional aides, and over 137 support personnel. This generous staffing structure ensures that learners receive direct classroom guidance, individualized academic assistance, and strong institutional support throughout their educational journey.