publicmiddleGrade 5-8

West Branch Middle School

900 W. Main St., West Branch, IA 52358, United States

+1 (319) 643-5324

http://www.west-branch.k12.ia.us

7.5

Overall Rating

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West Branch Middle School Overview

About This School

West Branch Middle School is a public middle in West Branch, Iowa, serving 239 students in grades 5-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 80% in ELA and 69% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 16 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $63,829. Counseling services are available with a ratio of 256 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 85% White, 10% Hispanic, 3% Two or More Races, and 2% Black.

239

Total Students

Grade 5-8

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

16 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts80%

Mathematics69%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 5-8

County

Cedar County

Students per Counselor

256:1

West Branch Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

80%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 73%State Avg: 70%

69%

Mathematics

City Avg: 68%State Avg: 65%

N/A

Science

Class Information

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13:1

State Avg: 14.5:1

256

Students per Counselor

West Branch Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$63,829

City Avg: $63,829

State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Students per Counselor256:1

West Branch Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.63%

Male

49.37%

Female

Total Enrollment: 239 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White84.52%

Hispanic9.62%

Asian0.42%

Black2.09%

Two or More Races2.51%

Native American0.42%

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Branch Middle School

Q: What is West Branch Middle School?

A: West Branch Middle School is a middle public located in West Branch.

Q: How many students attend West Branch Middle School?

A: West Branch Middle School has approximately 239 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Branch Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Branch Middle School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about West Branch Middle School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About West Branch Middle School - West Branch, IA

Quick Facts about West Branch Middle School
School Name	West Branch Middle School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 5-8
Location	900 W. Main St., West Branch, IA 52358, West Branch, IA
County	Cedar County
Phone	+1 (319) 643-5324
Total Students	239
Student-Teacher Ratio	14:1
Full-Time Teachers	16
Rating	7.5/10
ELA Proficiency	80%
Math Proficiency	69%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Branch Middle School

What is West Branch Middle School?

West Branch Middle School is a middle public located in West Branch.

How many students attend West Branch Middle School?

West Branch Middle School has approximately 239 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Branch Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Branch Middle School is 14:1.

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