WESTSIDE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Westside Junior-Senior High School is a public high school that is part of the Ar-We-Va Comm School District school district, located in Westside, IA with about 96 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 9 teachers, Westside Junior-Senior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Westside Junior-Senior High School serves as the secondary education hub for the Ar-We-Va Community School District, located in Westside, Iowa. As a combined junior-senior high facility, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive, small-town learning environment that prioritizes academic growth and extracurricular engagement for students in grades 7 through 12. By integrating middle and high school students within one campus, the school aims to create a cohesive educational path that prepares students for success after graduation, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or higher education.

The institution places a strong emphasis on community involvement and school spirit, which is central to the identity of the Ar-We-Va district. Through a variety of academic programs, athletics, and student organizations, Westside Junior-Senior High School seeks to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages personal development and community stewardship. With its small class sizes and focus on individual student needs, the school remains a vital cornerstone of the local area, striving to balance rigorous educational standards with the personal attention that defines rural Iowa schooling.

For more information, contact Westside Junior-Senior High School at (712) 663-4312 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.