New Student to Iowa City Comm. School Dist.

To enroll as a new student, the parent and the student should start at the Guidance and Counseling Office. Call for an appointment at (319) 688-1053.

Bring the materials listed below and be prepared to spend one to two hours here. You will complete registration forms in the guidance office for placement testing and an interview with your new guidance counselor. In most situations you will be able to start classes on the following day. Good luck!  

Requirements for Enrollment

1. A parent/guardian* must accompany the student to the guidance office. Every new student will be given an HLS (Home Language Survey).

2. Proof of residence (Bring any 1 of the 4 items)

• Driver's license
• 2 bills with address
• Lease contract
• Purchase agreement for home or condo
• Placement test in English and mathematics by appointment with the Guidance secretary.
• If applicable, the most recent I.E.P. or 504 or special accommodation copies.

Please Also Bring:

1. Unofficial or official transcript from previous school
2. Withdrawal grades from previous school
3. Immunization record
4. Name and Address of last school attended
5. Money for West High School fees

New students and parents who wish to check on courses in West High's Program of Studies. For answers to questions about student schedules, transfer credits, etc., start here

*Students not living with parents or legal guardians must make an appointment with the CAO (Central Administration Office) @ (319) 688-1000, to get prior approval for enrollment at West High.