Oelwein High School vs West Central Charter High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Iowa, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oelwein High School
Oelwein · Public high · Grades 9–12
334 students
West Central Charter High School
Maynard · Charter high · Grades 9–12
97 students
| Measure | Oelwein High School Oelwein, Iowa | West Central Charter High School Maynard, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #234 of 319 | #164 of 319 |
| National rank | #3896 of 16,910 | #2266 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 334 | 97 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 97 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.5% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 7.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 69.5% |
| city | Oelwein | Maynard |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Central Charter High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 67.7).
- •West Central Charter High School does better on math proficiency (69.5% vs 62%).
- •West Central Charter High School does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 62%).
- •Oelwein High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.5% vs 54.6%).
- •West Central Charter High School does better on students per teacher (7.5 vs 12.8).
- •Oelwein High School is the larger school with 334 students compared with 97.
- •Oelwein High School is a public school while West Central Charter High School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Oelwein High School better than West Central Charter High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Central Charter High School ranks higher (74.4 vs 67.7 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 Oelwein High School and West Central Charter High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Oelwein and Maynard in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oelwein High School: 334. West Central Charter High School: 97. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oelwein High School and West Central Charter High School rank in Iowa?
Oelwein High School is 234th of 319 and West Central Charter High School is 164th of 319 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).