7.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Westside, Iowa

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.7/10
Median household income: $65,000
Median home value: $175,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Owner-occupied homes: 89%

How Westside compares

Median household income

$65k

85% of Iowa median

About Schools in Westside, Iowa

Westside, Iowa is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Westside perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Westside is Ar-we-va Elementary Community School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Westside is served by 1 school district: Ar-We-Va Comm School District. These districts collectively serve 248 students.

Westside's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,000. The poverty rate in the area is 20.1%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Ar-We-Va Elementary Community School 134 students · Pre-K–5th	134	Pre-K–5th	8.2

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Westside Junior-Senior High School 114 students · 6th–12th	114	6th–12th	7.2

Schools in Westside

Westside, Iowa · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$65,000

Median Home Value

$175,400

Median Rent

$587/mo

Population

623

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

89%

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Community Profile

Westside has a median household income of $65,000. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,400, with a median rent of $587/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Iowa
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.7/10

Resources

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School District

Ar-We-Va Comm School District

2 schools · 248 students

Nearby Cities

Schleswig (2 schools)

Ida Grove (2 schools)

26 mi

Coon Rapids (2 schools)

25 mi

Other Major Cities in Iowa

Top metros statewide by school count.

Des Moines 77 schools Cedar Rapids 52 schools Sioux City 29 schools Davenport 28 schools Dubuque 23 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Westside, Iowa

How many schools are in Westside, Iowa?

Westside has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Westside, Iowa?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Westside is 7.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Westside, Iowa?

The top-ranked school in Westside on MySchoolScout is Ar-we-va Elementary Community School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Westside, Iowa?

The top-ranked elementary school in Westside on MySchoolScout is Ar-we-va Elementary Community School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best high school in Westside, Iowa?

The top-ranked high school in Westside on MySchoolScout is Westside Junior-senior High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

How many school districts serve Westside, Iowa?

Westside is served by 1 school district: Ar-we-va Comm School District.

What is the education level in Westside, Iowa?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Westside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Westside, Iowa?

The median household income in Westside is approximately $65,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Westside, Iowa?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Westside is 18.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Westside, Iowa?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.