Serving 189 students in grades 6-8, West Central Valley Middle 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 189 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 15%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50% in IA
Math Proficiency
: 65-69% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 10%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
West Central Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Central Valley Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What is West Central Valley Middle School's ranking?
West Central Valley Middle School is ranked #447 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Central Valley Middle School?
189 students attend West Central Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Central Valley Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Central Valley Middle School?
West Central Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Central Valley Middle School offer ?
West Central Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Central Valley Middle School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-8
Enrollment: 189 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 15%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 65-69% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 10%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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