ALGONA HIGH SCHOOL
Algona High School is a public high school that is part of the Algona Comm School District school district, located in Algona, IA with about 443 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Algona High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Algona High School, located at 601 S. Hale in Algona, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Algona Community School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering student growth through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and career-readiness programs. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive environment that emphasizes student achievement and preparation for post-secondary success.
Beyond the classroom, Algona High School is deeply integrated into the culture of the Kossuth County area. The school is known for its strong community spirit and its dedication to the "Bulldog" pride, which unites students, faculty, and alumni. By balancing rigorous educational standards with a commitment to community involvement, Algona High School strives to develop well-rounded citizens who are equipped to contribute positively to both their local community and the broader world.
For more information, contact Algona High School at (515) 295-7207 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Algona, IA 50511
(515) 295-7207
ALGONA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Algona, IA with about 443 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Iowa
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Algona Comm School District
- Total Students:
- 443
- Teachers:
- 28.99
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 443 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending ALGONA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.
- White
- 91.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.6%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- Black or African American
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.2%
- Male
- 50.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.