Serving 397 students in grades 9-12, West Liberty 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 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Liberty High School's student population of 397 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
West Liberty 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 Liberty High School is 0.51, which is more 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
#1104 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
41%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Liberty High School's ranking?
West Liberty High School is ranked #1104 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Liberty High School often compared to?
West Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muscatine High School, West Liberty Middle School, West Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of West Liberty High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Liberty High School?
397 students attend West Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Liberty High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Liberty High School?
West Liberty High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Liberty High School offer ?
West Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Liberty High School part of?
West Liberty High School is part of West Liberty Comm School District.
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