For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 273 students in West Branch, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in West Branch, IA is West Branch High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Branch, IA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in West Branch have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public high schools.
West Branch, IA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Branch High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in West Branch, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Branch High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 W Main
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7216
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7216
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in West Branch, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in West Branch, IA include West Branch High School.
How many public high schools are located in West Branch?
1 public high schools are located in West Branch.
What is the racial composition of students in West Branch?
West Branch public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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