For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 993 students in State Center, IA.
The top ranked public schools in State Center, IA are West Marshall High School, West Marshall Middle School and West Marshall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
State Center, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in State Center have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in State Center, IA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Marshall High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 3rd Street Nw
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2136
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2136
Grades: 9-12
| 319 students
Rank: #22.
West Marshall Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
605 3rd Street Nw
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2165
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2165
Grades: 6-8
| 210 students
Rank: #33.
West Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
207 3rd St Sw
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2671
State Center, IA 50247
(641) 483-2671
Grades: PK-5
| 464 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in State Center, IA?
The top ranked public schools in State Center, IA include West Marshall High School, West Marshall Middle School and West Marshall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in State Center, IA?
3 public schools are located in State Center, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in State Center, IA?
State Center, IA public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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