Serving 191 students in grades 9-12, West Monona 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 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Monona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Monona High School's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Monona 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 Monona High School is 0.30, 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
#559 out of 1233 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Monona High School's ranking?
West Monona High School is ranked #559 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Monona High School?
The graduation rate of West Monona High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Monona High School?
191 students attend West Monona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of West Monona High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Monona High School?
West Monona High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Monona High School offer ?
West Monona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Monona High School part of?
West Monona High School is part of West Monona Comm School District.
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