Serving 261 students in grades 9-12, West Central Valley 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Central Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Central Valley High School's student population of 261 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
D.R.E.A.M. - Dedicated, Responsible, Empowered, Achieve, Motivated
School Rankings
West Central Valley 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 Central Valley High School is 0.26, 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
#677 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Central Valley High School's ranking?
West Central Valley High School is ranked #677 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Central Valley High School often compared to?
West Central Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Panorama High School, Guthrie Center High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Central Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Central Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Central Valley High School?
261 students attend West Central Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Central Valley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Central Valley High School?
West Central Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Central Valley High School offer ?
West Central Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Central Valley High School part of?
West Central Valley High School is part of West Central Valley Comm School District.
School Reviews
1 8/12/2018
Is Not a good school if your child has difficulty Learning Algebra, Try to get help and you are Brushed off, Ask for help until you are blue in the face, And your child keeps failing, Not Earning Credits Twords Graduation, And They Just Ignore the Issue, And don't want to deal with it. Only Care about The Achievers or Sports Stars.. Do not Care About Kids that Struggle to Learn
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