Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, West Hancock High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hancock High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Britt, IA, covering approximately 218.7 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hancock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Hancock High School's student population of 161 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe that learning happens at its highest levels when instruction is centered around the needs of the whole child.
School Rankings
West Hancock High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hancock High School is 0.37, 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
#144 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
77%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hancock High School's ranking?
West Hancock High School is ranked #144 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Hancock High School?
The graduation rate of West Hancock High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend West Hancock High School?
161 students attend West Hancock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Hancock High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hancock High School?
West Hancock High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Hancock High School offer ?
West Hancock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Hancock High School part of?
West Hancock High School is part of West Hancock Comm School District.
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