Serving 396 students in grades 7-12, West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School's student population of 396 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#504 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
7%
7%
White
70%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Burlington Ind School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School's ranking?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is ranked #504 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School often compared to?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington Community High School, Mediapolis High School, Danville Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School?
The graduation rate of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School?
396 students attend West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School offer ?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School part of?
West Burlington Arnold Jr./sr. High School is part of West Burlington Ind School District.
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