Serving 242 students in grades 9-12, West Sioux 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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Sioux High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hawarden, IA, covering an area of approximately 155.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-15 minutes and an average distance of 6.3 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 12.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Sioux High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Sioux High School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to provide a quality education.
School Rankings
West Sioux 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 Sioux High School is 0.51, which is more 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
#973 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)
60-64%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
41%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Sioux High School's ranking?
West Sioux High School is ranked #973 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Sioux High School?
The graduation rate of West Sioux High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend West Sioux High School?
242 students attend West Sioux High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Sioux High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Sioux High School?
West Sioux High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Sioux High School offer ?
West Sioux High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Sioux High School part of?
West Sioux High School is part of West Sioux Comm School District.
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