Serving 854 students in grades 6-8, West Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 854 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
13%
Black
8%
7%
White
30%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #1036 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Middle School, North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
854 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Sioux City Comm School District.
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