Serving 436 students in grades 9-12, West Delaware High School ranks in the top 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 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Delaware High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Delaware High School's student population of 436 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
West Delaware 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 West Delaware High School is 0.15, 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
#502 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Delaware High School's ranking?
West Delaware High School is ranked #502 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Delaware High School often compared to?
West Delaware High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maquoketa Valley Senior High School, Starmont High School, West Delaware Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Delaware High School?
The graduation rate of West Delaware High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Delaware High School?
436 students attend West Delaware High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Delaware High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 West Delaware High School?
West Delaware High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Delaware High School offer ?
West Delaware High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Delaware High School part of?
West Delaware High School is part of West Delaware County Comm School District.
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