West High School

West High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2901 Melrose Ave,  Iowa City, IA
Iowa City Community School District
4.0
3.8
1,455 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1390
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
71%
Reading Proficiency
74%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A+
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
74%
Math Proficiency
71%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
95
Full Time Teachers
95
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1390
Math
700
Verbal
690
Average ACT
29
Math
29
English
30
Reading
30
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
74.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
71.9%
Science
59.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
367:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.6%
White
46.3%
Black
26.4%
Hispanic
11.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.6%
Two or more races
4.5%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#1 Best College Prep Public HS in Iowa
#1 Best Public HS in Iowa
#3 Best HS For Stem in Iowa
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 566 Students
Iowa State University 231 Students
Kirkwood Community College 138 Students
University of Northern Iowa 128 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 96 Students
Northwestern University 96 Students
University of Chicago 95 Students
Washington University in St. Louis 93 Students
University of Wisconsin-Madison 73 Students
Drake University 72 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 87 Students
Business 76 Students
Biology 75 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 75 Students
Nursing 61 Students
Engineering 51 Students
Chemistry 48 Students
Computer Science 46 Students
Political Science and Government 46 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 40 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 279 Reviews
4.0 Freshman
6/24/2025
It has been a nice experience studying at West Senior High School. There are many students and teachers willing to help you navigate your life at west high school. Within my first year there, i have been able to grow so much both as a student and a person. I am very lucky to have this opportunity to learn and i'm extremely great full.
5.0 Junior
12/17/2024
Theres so many good people and teachers here, they all do a great job of making sure our school functions like a community.
4.0 Senior
12/16/2024
Overall, I believe West High is a superb environment in which all can learn and grow. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here and there is not much I would change.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 12 Reviews
5.0 other
4/15/2021
I had a relatively good experience during my 4 years here. Of course I have my problems with the school, mainly how the administrative staff deal with student problems. But, some of my best memories and teachers are in this school.
5.0 parent
9/26/2017
Staff available, polite, prompt, willing, expert, genuine
5.0 other
4/25/2017
Although I cannot speak to the way this school handles students with learning differences, West High helps it's students be prepared for college and beyond. Whatever their path holds, the teachers and staff at West High are supportive and willing to help however they can.
5.0 other
2/4/2017
Excellent teaching staff. My kids have great opportunities and will leave very prepared for college!

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West High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Iowa City, IA and is served by the Iowa City Community School District in Iowa. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,455 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 71% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 74% are proficient in reading. West High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1390 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $280,422. Discover additional schools in the area, like Weber Elementary School, Central Elementary School, Ernest Horn Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Iowa City has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West High School.

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