For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 537 students in West Union, IA.
The top ranked public schools in West Union, IA are West Union Elementary School and North Fayette Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Union, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in West Union have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Union, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Union Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 North Pine
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
Grades: PK-3
| 215 students
Rank: #22.
North Fayette Valley High School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 N Pine St
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
Grades: 9-12
| 322 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Union, IA?
The top ranked public schools in West Union, IA include West Union Elementary School and North Fayette Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in West Union?
2 public schools are located in West Union.
What is the racial composition of students in West Union?
West Union public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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