West Elementary School serves 202 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
202 students
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2001–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
56%
14%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
7%
7%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
28%
70%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
35%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2001–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Elementary School?
202 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Storm Lake Community School District.
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