West Liberty Comm School District
School District · West Liberty, Iowa
Avg Rating
4.2
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,648
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Avg Rating
4.2
out of 10
Schools
4
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,648
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Evaluating West Liberty Comm School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Liberty Comm School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
West Liberty Middle School
West Liberty · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Liberty High School
West Liberty · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Liberty Elementary School
West Liberty · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Iowa rank
#302 of 310
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-2.1
below Iowa avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,648
$374 vs Iowa median
District size
1,282 students
Larger than Iowa median
The short answer
West Liberty Comm School District ranks #302 of 310 Iowa districts by overall school rating. West Liberty Comm School District's schools with real test data average 4.1/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are West Liberty Middle School (4.7/10), West Liberty High School (4.0/10), and West Liberty Elementary School (3.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in West Liberty Comm School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Liberty Middle School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 2 | West Liberty High School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 3 | West Liberty Elementary School | 3.7 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West Liberty Comm School District
West Liberty Comm School District is a West Liberty, Iowa school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,282 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. The district invests $12,648 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.2/10, West Liberty Comm School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is West Liberty Middle School, which has a composite score of 4.7/10.
In standardized testing, West Liberty Comm School District students show an average math proficiency of 63.5% and ELA proficiency of 63.3%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Liberty Comm School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Liberty Comm School District with test data.
Schools in West Liberty Comm School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Iowa
- City
- West Liberty
- Total Enrollment
- 1,282
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Liberty Comm School District?
West Liberty Comm School District has 4 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Liberty Comm School District?
The average composite rating for West Liberty Comm School District is 4.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Liberty Comm School District?
West Liberty Comm School District spends $12,648 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Liberty Comm School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Liberty Comm School District is 13.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Liberty Comm School District?
West Liberty Middle School is the highest-rated school in West Liberty Comm School District with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What are the test scores in West Liberty Comm School District?
Across schools in West Liberty Comm School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 63.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 63.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Liberty Comm School District compare to other districts in Iowa?
West Liberty Comm School District has an average school rating of 4.2/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Iowa by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 63.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 63.3%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Iowa Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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