Serving 302 students in grades 7-12, Westwood 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 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westwood High School's student population of 302 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood High School is 0.25, 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
#416 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Westwood High School's ranking?
Westwood High School is ranked #416 out of 1,223 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?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood High School?
The graduation rate of Westwood High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westwood High School?
302 students attend Westwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Westwood High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Westwood High School?
Westwood High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood High School offer ?
Westwood High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westwood High School part of?
Westwood High School is part of Westwood Comm School District.
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