Tri-County Comm School District

District Overview
Located along 3003 Highway 22 in Thornburg, Iowa, the Tri-County Community School District serves as an active, traditional public education system rooted in a remote rural setting. Operating as an open, non-charter district, it oversees two operational schools that deliver a complete educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through the 12th grade. For families and researchers seeking a stable, community-centered academic environment, the district provides a traditional, independent structure dedicated to serving the educational needs of local youth across all primary and secondary grade levels.

With an overarching student body of 179 learners, the district offers an intimate, close-knit academic atmosphere where students benefit from focused attention and strong community ties. Supporting this student population is a dedicated workforce comprising nearly 40 full-time equivalent teachers, alongside approximately 8 instructional aides and 35 support staff members, creating a total operational staff of over 82 full-time equivalent positions. This robust staffing ratio ensures comprehensive classroom instruction and dedicated campus support. Families and community members interested in learning more can contact the district directly at (641) 634-2408 or visit their official portal at tri-countyschools.com.
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Total Schools
179
Total Students
39.6
Full-Time Teachers
4.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tri-County Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White167
Hispanic5
Black2
Two or More4
American Indian1
  • White
    167 (93.3%)
  • Hispanic
    5 (2.8%)
  • Two or More
    4 (2.2%)
  • Black
    2 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.6%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Tri-County Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle0
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:2
Students:179*
Teachers (FTE):39.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:4.5
Schools in Tri-County Comm School District
Found 2 Schools