Spencer, Iowa is a small city in Northwest Iowa. It provides its residents with a range of educational opportunities, from public to private institutions. The Spencer Community School District serves the majority of students in the area and has earned high ratings for its quality education and curriculum. The district offers primary and secondary education as well as adult learning classes and special education programs. Additionally, the city has several private schools including Notre Dame Catholic Schools, Trinity Lutheran School, St. Joseph Catholic School, and Immanuel Lutheran School. These schools offer rigorous academic curriculums that prepare students for college success. In addition to these traditional educational institutions, Spencer also offers many local resources for continuing education including libraries, museums, events centers, youth clubs, volunteering organizations and more. All these resources provide an environment of learning and growth that allow students to excel in their studies.
Spencer schools spend $11,564 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 15 pupils per teacher, 374 students per librarian, and 372 children per counselor.