Serving 553 students in grades 9-12, Webster City High School ranks in the bottom 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 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Webster City High School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Webster City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster City High School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#948 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
22%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
69%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster City High School's ranking?
Webster City High School is ranked #948 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Webster City High School often compared to?
Webster City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Grove High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Webster City High School?
The graduation rate of Webster City High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Webster City High School?
553 students attend Webster City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Webster City High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster City High School?
Webster City High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Webster City High School offer ?
Webster City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster City High School part of?
Webster City High School is part of Webster City Comm School District.
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