Summary:
The West Branch, Iowa school district consists of three schools: Hoover Elementary School, West Branch Middle School, and West Branch High School. The district serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade and is part of the West Branch Community School District.
West Branch Middle School and West Branch High School stand out as strong performers, with consistently high test scores that exceed state averages, particularly in English Language Arts. West Branch Middle School ranks in the top half of Iowa middle schools, while West Branch High School ranks in the top half of Iowa high schools. Both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, indicating a focus on personalized learning. In contrast, Hoover Elementary School's test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics are generally below the state averages, suggesting an opportunity for improvement.
The district's schools serve a predominantly white student population, with a higher percentage of Hispanic students compared to the state average. The schools also have moderate levels of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch rates. The district appears to be investing significant resources into its schools, with spending per student and low student-teacher ratios, which may be contributing to the strong academic performance observed at the secondary level.
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