
The educational system in Cresco is one of pride for the entire area with public and private (Catholic) systems provided.
The public system, the Howard-Winneshiek School District, consistently scores well above the state average in statewide testing. And this is in a state that takes education very seriously, leading the nation in those same test scores. The result is a highly trainable workforce where job quality is paramount and self satisfaction is a way of life.
Cresco is home to Northeast Iowa Community College center. The Cresco Center is a valuable option for people of all ages who want to take college courses close to home. Students are able to take face to face classes, ICN classes, online classes, independent study classes, or telecourses through Northeast Iowa Community College without leaving Cresco!
The Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) Cresco Center offers year-round, day and evening, credit and continuing education classes. NICC also supports local business' training opportunities.
The NICC Cresco Center is proud of it's close relationship with the Howard Winneshiek Community School District. A large percentage of the juniors and seniors at Crestwood High School are earning college and high school credit by taking courses at the NICC Cresco Center.
The community has also shown its commitment to education by providing the school district with one of the most advanced computer network systems in any school district.

Donald Foley, DC
Contact: Don Foley
Address: 315 2nd Ave SE, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-5250
Joslyn Chiropractic Clinic
Contact: Paul Joslyn
Address: 221 2nd St W, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-3782
Cresco Medical Clinic
Contact: Gary Campbell
Address: 321 8th Ave W, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-2022
Gilbert A. Alber, MSW
Contact: Gilbert Alber
Address: 222 N. Elm St., Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-1779
Description: Gilbert Alber is a licensed individual social worker.
Cresco Family Dentistry PC
Contact: Jeffrey K. Haw, D.M.D
Address: 210 N Elm Street, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-2312
Description/Comments: Comprehensive Family Care. Crowns, Bridges, Dentures, & Cosmetic Dentistry
Cresco Care Center
Contact: Tina Brown
Address: 701 Vernon Road, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-3580
Evans Memorial Home
Contact:
Address: 1010 N Elm St, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-2364
Howard Residential Care Facilty/Patty Elwood Center
Contact: Jim Ott
Address: 21668 80th St, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-2398
Northeast Iowa Regional Transit
Address: Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-3438
Description: A handicapped-accessible van for anyone needing a ride is available weekdays in Cresco for transportation around town. (Main office: 563-382-4259)
Howard County General Relief
Address: 205 2nd St E, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-2636
Public Health & Home Care
Contact: Joy Dietzenbach
Address: 327 8th Ave W, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-2989
Howard County Hospital Auxiliary
Contact: Gwen Kirchof
Address: 235 8th Ave W., Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-5344
Email: gkgk@mchsi.com
Description: Support and promote Howard County Hospital through fun and fundraising events.
Regional Health Services - Howard County Hospital Services
Contact: Elizabeth Doty
Address: 235 8th Ave W., Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-2101
Web page: www.RHSHC.com
Description: Health Care provider for Howard County.
Drs. Meehan, Leeper, & Schwartz Eye Clinic
Address: 213 N Elm St, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-5363
Description: Optometrists specializing in eye exams.
Hoines Drug Store
Contact: Jarry Hughes
Address: 113 N Elm St, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-3401
Description: A pharmacy and gift shop all in one. They have Hallmark cards and gifts. Jarry Hughes, RPH.
Medicap Pharmacy
Contact: Larry Shroyer
Address: 303 2nd Ave SW, Cresco, IA 52136
Phone: 563-547-5111
Description: Located on Hwy. 9 in Cresco.
Hours M-F, S: 9-6, 9-1:30
Free Delivery
Greeting Cards
Patient Counseling
Most insurance plans accepted
Larry Shroyer, RPH