Serving 126 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Harrison Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Harrison Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Mondamin, IA, spanning approximately 237.8 square miles and typically providing a 15-20 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10.3 miles, with the furthest edge located 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Harrison Elementary School's student population of 126 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
126 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Harrison Elementary 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 Harrison Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#773 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Harrison Elementary School's ranking?
West Harrison Elementary School is ranked #773 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Harrison Elementary School often compared to?
West Harrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Missouri Valley Elementary School, Logan-magnolia Elementary School, Woodbine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Harrison Elementary School?
126 students attend West Harrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Harrison Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Harrison Elementary School?
West Harrison Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Harrison Elementary School offer ?
West Harrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Harrison Elementary School part of?
West Harrison Elementary School is part of West Harrison Comm School District.
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