Serving 156 students in grades 5-12, West Harrison Middle School/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 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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: 5-12
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Harrison Middle School/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
West Harrison Middle School/high School's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
West Harrison Middle School/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 Harrison Middle School/high 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
#864 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
90%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawkeyes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Harrison Middle School/high School's ranking?
West Harrison Middle School/high School is ranked #864 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Harrison Middle School/high School often compared to?
West Harrison Middle School/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logan-magnolia Jr-sr High School, Missouri Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Harrison Middle School/high School?
The graduation rate of West Harrison Middle School/high School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Harrison Middle School/high School?
156 students attend West Harrison Middle School/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Harrison Middle School/high School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Harrison Middle School/high School?
West Harrison Middle School/high School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Harrison Middle School/high School offer ?
West Harrison Middle School/high School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Harrison Middle School/high School part of?
West Harrison Middle School/high School is part of West Harrison Comm School District.
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