Serving 289 students in grades 7-12, Westwood 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 67% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westwood High School's student population of 289 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood High School's ranking?
Westwood High School is ranked #357 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood High School?
The graduation rate of Westwood High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westwood High School?
289 students attend Westwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Westwood High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood High School?
Westwood High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood High School offer ?
Westwood High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood High School part of?
Westwood High School is part of Westwood Comm School District.
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