Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Central Pk - 8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Central Pk - 8 School's student population of 236 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
West Central Pk - 8 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 Pk - 8 School is 0.19, which is less 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
#778 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
14%
White
90%
70%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Central Pk - 8 School's ranking?
West Central Pk - 8 School is ranked #778 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?
70-74% 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).
How many students attend West Central Pk - 8 School?
236 students attend West Central Pk - 8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Central Pk - 8 School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Central Pk - 8 School?
West Central Pk - 8 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Central Pk - 8 School offer ?
West Central Pk - 8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Pk - 8 School part of?
West Central Pk - 8 School is part of West Central Comm School District.
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