Serving 191 students in grades 9-12, West Fork High School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Fork High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Sheffield, IA, covering approximately 317.7 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Fork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Fork High School's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Fork High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Fork High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Fork High School's ranking?
West Fork High School is ranked #810 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Fork High School often compared to?
West Fork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton-dumont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Fork High School?
The graduation rate of West Fork High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend West Fork High School?
191 students attend West Fork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Fork High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Fork High School?
West Fork High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Fork High School offer ?
West Fork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Fork High School part of?
West Fork High School is part of West Fork Comm School District.
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