School Overview
West Branch Middle School, located at 225 N Maple in West Branch, Iowa, serves as a central hub for student development within the West Branch Community School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on both academic growth and the social-emotional well-being of its students. By emphasizing core curriculum standards alongside diverse extracurricular opportunities, the middle school aims to prepare young learners for the challenges of secondary education.

Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong connection to the local West Branch community, reflecting the district’s values of excellence and school spirit. The administration and faculty prioritize active student engagement and utilize their digital presence to keep families informed about school activities, academic resources, and district policies. As part of a close-knit school system, West Branch Middle School strives to cultivate a sense of belonging, encouraging students to develop their individual talents while contributing to a positive, collaborative school culture.
257
Total Students
16.6
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
20.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Branch Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White233
Hispanic17
Black3
Two or More4
  • White
    233 (90.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (6.6 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.6 %)
  • Black
    3 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: West Branch Comm School District
Phone: (319)643-5324
Website: http://www.west-branch.k12.ia.us
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 257
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 46
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 5 64
Grade 6 63
Grade 7 58
Grade 8 72

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West Branch Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 564
Grade 663
Grade 758
Grade 872
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West Branch Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11946.3%
Male13853.7%