School Overview
West High School, located at 2001 Casselman Street in Sioux City, Iowa, is a key secondary institution within the Sioux City Community School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is committed to fostering academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement. As part of a larger urban district, West High offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career success, supported by a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations that aim to provide a well-rounded educational experience.

The school operates under the guidance of the Sioux City Community School District, which emphasizes equity, innovation, and strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. By utilizing resources provided through their official district website, the school maintains transparent communication regarding its academic programs, graduation requirements, and district-wide initiatives. West High serves as a focal point for the local community, striving to cultivate a positive school culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential in a supportive and structured environment.
1,308
Total Students
79.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West High School
Demographic Student Count
White432
Hispanic580
Black86
Asian31
Two or More106
American Indian43
Pacific Islander30
  • Hispanic
    580 (44.3%)
  • White
    432 (33.0%)
  • Two or More
    106 (8.1%)
  • Black
    86 (6.6%)
  • American Indian
    43 (3.3%)
  • Asian
    31 (2.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    30 (2.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Sioux City Comm School District
Phone: (712)279-6772
Website: http://www.siouxcityschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,308
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 315
Grade 10 340
Grade 11 304
Grade 12 349

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9315
Grade 10340
Grade 11304
Grade 12349
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female62747.9%
Male68152.1%