For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 864 students in West Branch, IA (there are , serving 39 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in West Branch, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in West Branch, IA are West Branch Middle School, West Branch High School and Hoover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Branch, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in West Branch have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Branch, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Branch Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 W. Main St.
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-5324
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-5324
Grades: 5-8
| 229 students
Rank: #22.
West Branch High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 W Main
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7216
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7216
Grades: 9-12
| 257 students
Rank: #33.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
148 N Oliphant
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7211
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7211
Grades: PK-4
| 378 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Branch, IA?
The top ranked public schools in West Branch, IA include West Branch Middle School, West Branch High School and Hoover Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Branch?
3 public schools are located in West Branch.
What percentage of students in West Branch go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in West Branch are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Branch?
West Branch public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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