Serving 463 students in grades 6-12, West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School's student population of 463 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
72%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is ranked #424 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School often compared to?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Community High School, Mediapolis High School, Danville Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School?
463 students attend West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School offer ?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School part of?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is part of West Burlington Ind School District.
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