West Branch Middle School

225 N Maple
West Branch, IA 52358
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 251 students in grades 5-8, West Branch Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50% in IA
  • : 72% (Top 30%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Overview

West Branch Middle School's student population of 251 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Rankings

West Branch Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Branch Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IA)
#371 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
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72%
64%
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72%
68%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
8%
12%
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Black
2%
7%
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White
88%
73%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
2%
5%
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0.22
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Branch Middle School's ranking?
West Branch Middle School is ranked #371 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend West Branch Middle School?
251 students attend West Branch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Branch Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Branch Middle School?
West Branch Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Branch Middle School offer ?
West Branch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Branch Middle School part of?
West Branch Middle School is part of West Branch Comm School District.

School Reviews

2   11/22/2010
This school is OK for students who are not college bound. No homework most nights, can still make honor roll with little effort. Math is acceptable to good, reading/language arts is taught on a remedial level only, science has a good teacher (1 yr) and a bad one (2 yrs), social studies has good teachers but unclear curriculum. The main emphasis in the district is on sports, not education.
- Posted by Parent - whiff

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 251 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 72% (Top 30%)
  • : 72% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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