AHSTW SECONDARY SCHOOL

AHSTW Secondary School is a public high school that is part of the AHSTW Comm School District school district, located in Avoca, IA with about 315 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 26 teachers, AHSTW Secondary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

AHSTW Secondary School, located in Avoca, Iowa, serves as the consolidated middle and high school for the AHSTW Community School District. The district, which stands for Avoca, Hancock, Shelby, and Tennant, operates with a commitment to providing a rigorous, well-rounded education for students in a rural setting. The secondary campus emphasizes a blend of core academic standards, college preparatory coursework, and vocational training, aiming to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, the school is central to the community's social and extracurricular life, participating in the Western Iowa Conference for athletics. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that leverages the close-knit nature of small-town Iowa to encourage active participation in clubs, music, and sports programs. By maintaining a focus on technological integration and individualized student growth, AHSTW Secondary School strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed as citizens in an increasingly globalized society.

For more information, contact AHSTW Secondary School at (712) 343-6364 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.