For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 864 students in 52358, IA (there are , serving 39 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 52358, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52358, IA are West Branch Middle School, West Branch High School and Hoover Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52358 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52358, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52358, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Branch Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 W. Main St.
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-5324
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-5324
Gr: 5-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
West Branch High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 W Main
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7216
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7216
Gr: 9-12 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
148 N Oliphant
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7211
West Branch, IA 52358
(319) 643-7211
Gr: PK-4 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52358, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52358, IA include West Branch Middle School, West Branch High School and Hoover Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52358?
3 public schools are located in 52358.
What percentage of students in 52358 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 52358 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52358?
52358 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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