West Branch Middle School vs West Liberty Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Iowa, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
West Branch Middle School
West Branch · Public middle · Grades 5–8
239 students
West Liberty Middle School
West Liberty · Public middle · Grades 5–8
367 students
| Measure | West Branch Middle School West Branch, Iowa | West Liberty Middle School West Liberty, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #29 of 239 | #188 of 239 |
| National rank | #595 of 15,369 | #4316 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 239 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.8% | 52% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 59% |
| city | West Branch | West Liberty |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Branch Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.5 vs 65.4).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 59%).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 58%).
- •West Branch Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 52%).
- •West Liberty Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 14.9).
- •West Liberty Middle School is the larger school with 367 students compared with 239.
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 West Branch Middle School better than West Liberty Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Branch Middle School ranks higher (86.5 vs 65.4 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 West Branch Middle School and West Liberty Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between West Branch and West Liberty in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
West Branch Middle School: 239. West Liberty Middle School: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do West Branch Middle School and West Liberty Middle School rank in Iowa?
West Branch Middle School is 29th of 239 and West Liberty Middle School is 188th of 239 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).