Serving 353 students in grades 7-12, Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/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 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/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 Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School is 0.17, 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
#1041 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
91%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School's ranking?
Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School is ranked #1041 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School?
The graduation rate of Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School?
353 students attend Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School?
Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School offer ?
Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School part of?
Manson Northwest Webster Junior High/high School is part of Manson Northwest Webster Comm School District.
School Reviews
2 9/11/2010
MNW was a great school until it allowed students to access Facebook during school hours, on their new laptops. School is work time for these kids not social time!
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