For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 551 students in West Union, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in West Union, IA are West Union Elementary School and North Fayette Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Union, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in West Union have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Union, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Union Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 North Pine
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
Gr: PK-3 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
North Fayette Valley High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 N Pine St
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
West Union, IA 52175
(563) 422-3851
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in West Union, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in West Union, IA include West Union Elementary School and North Fayette Valley High School.
How many public schools are located in West Union?
2 public schools are located in West Union.
What is the racial composition of students in West Union?
West Union public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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