West Marshall Community School District is a rural public school district in central Iowa, United States. West Marshall spans the western side of Marshall County, with a small area in Story County, and includes the small towns of State Center, Melbourne, St. Anthony, Clemons, Rhodes, and LaMoille.
Serving 292 students in grades 9-12, West Marshall High School ranks in the top 30% 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 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher 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 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: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Marshall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Marshall High School's student population of 292 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Marshall High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Marshall 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
#276 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
92%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Marshall High School's ranking?
West Marshall High School is ranked #276 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Marshall High School often compared to?
West Marshall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Marshall Senior High School, Marshalltown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Marshall High School?
The graduation rate of West Marshall High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Marshall High School?
292 students attend West Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Marshall High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Marshall High School?
West Marshall High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Marshall High School offer ?
West Marshall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Marshall High School part of?
West Marshall High School is part of West Marshall Comm School District.
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