Rowley, Iowa is a small rural town nestled in the rolling hills of southern Iowa. Its population is only about 500 people, so education is especially important to the community. In Rowley, students are served by the East Union Community School District which operates one elementary/middle school and one high school. The schools are relatively small with an average of 12 students per teacher but they are highly rated by both state and national organizations. The district offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes math, science, social studies, language arts, physical education, music and art. There are also numerous clubs and extracurricular activities available such as band, theater productions and robotics teams. As a result of its high quality education system and strong emphasis on student success, Rowley schools have earned numerous awards for their achievements in academics and athletics over the years.
Rowley schools spend $24,505 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 14 pupils per teacher, 271 students per librarian, and 336 children per counselor.