North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School vs West Branch High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 109 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School
New Sharon · Public high · Grades 7–12
275 students
West Branch High School
West Branch · Public high · Grades 9–12
273 students
| Measure | North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School New Sharon, Iowa | West Branch High School West Branch, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 77 Top 10% |
| State rank | #179 of 319 | #124 of 319 |
| National rank | #2568 of 16,910 | #1672 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 275 | 273 |
| Enrollment | 275 | 273 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.7% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 64.5% |
| city | New Sharon | West Branch |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Branch High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.4 vs 73.1).
- •West Branch High School does better on math proficiency (64.5% vs 62%).
- •West Branch High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •West Branch High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 24.7%).
- •West Branch High School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.1).
- •North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School is the larger school with 275 students compared with 273.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School better than West Branch High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Branch High School ranks higher (77.4 vs 73.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School and West Branch High School?
About 109 km in a straight line, between New Sharon and West Branch in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School: 275. West Branch High School: 273. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School and West Branch High School rank in Iowa?
North Mahaska Jr-Sr High School is 179th of 319 and West Branch High School is 124th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).