Essex, Iowa
Will Essex Comm School District have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Page County averages 24 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 25.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 5 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Essex Comm School District can close its schools. Districts usually post closings and delays on their website and social media, send texts, emails or robocalls to families, and report them to local TV and radio stations, often by 5:30 or 6 a.m. The district office's number is (712)379-3117.
District facts
| Students | 206 |
| Schools | 2 |
| Teachers | 22 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Page County, IA |
| District office | 111 Forbes St, Essex |
| Phone | (712)379-3117 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Clarinda Comm School District Clarinda
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- Villisca Comm School District Villisca
- Sidney Comm School District Sidney
Forecast details: National Weather Service OAX office, point forecast for Essex. How we calculate the chance.