WEST HIGH SCHOOL
West High School is a public high school that is part of the Sioux City Comm School District school district, located in Sioux City, IA with about 1,229 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 67 teachers, West High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
West High School, located at 2001 Casselman Street in Sioux City, Iowa, is a key secondary institution within the Sioux City Community School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is committed to fostering academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement. As part of a larger urban district, West High offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career success, supported by a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations that aim to provide a well-rounded educational experience.
The school operates under the guidance of the Sioux City Community School District, which emphasizes equity, innovation, and strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. By utilizing resources provided through their official district website, the school maintains transparent communication regarding its academic programs, graduation requirements, and district-wide initiatives. West High serves as a focal point for the local community, striving to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential in a supportive and structured environment.
For more information, contact West High School at (712) 279-6772 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Sioux City, IA 51103
(712) 279-6772
http://www.siouxcityschools.org
WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Sioux City, IA with about 1,229 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Iowa
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Sioux City Comm School District
- Total Students:
- 1,229
- Teachers:
- 67.62
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,229 students
- White
- 41.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 38.5%
- Two or more races
- 5.8%
- Black or African American
- 5.3%
- Asian
- 4.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 3.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.