Total enrollment
880
+34 (+4%) vs SY 2017-18
4 schools in West Branch
Iowa · Public K-12
Public-school enrollment in West Branch comes to roughly 880 students across 4 schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).
7-year change in West Branch
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25School count
4
+1 (+33%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
86%
was 89%
% Hispanic
8%
was 7%
% Black
2%
was 1%
% Asian
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover Elementary School | Elementary | PK-04 | 353 |
| West Branch Community Early Learning Center | Elementary | PK-PK | 15 |
| West Branch High School | High | 09-12 | 273 |
| West Branch Middle School | Middle | 05-08 | 239 |
About West Branch
Across West Branch, Iowa, 4 public schools hosts about 880 students between them.
In terms of grade levels, the city covers 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.
Average school size in West Branch is around 220 students, 41% noticeably below the Iowa average of about 376.
Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 880 students, increased 4% from the 846 reported in SY 2017-18. West Branch now counts 4 public schools, up from 3 in SY 2017-18.
In the discussion threads here, the community for West Branch discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.