DUNKERTON HIGH SCHOOL

Dunkerton High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Dunkerton Comm School District school district, located in Dunkerton, IA with about 251 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Dunkerton High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Dunkerton High School, located in the small community of Dunkerton, Iowa, serves as the heart of the Dunkerton Community School District. As a small, rural public school, it emphasizes a close-knit learning environment where students benefit from personalized attention and strong relationships with faculty. The school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and character development, aiming to prepare its students for success in higher education, trade schools, or the workforce upon graduation.

In addition to its core curriculum, Dunkerton High School prides itself on offering a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, music programs, and student organizations. Because of its size, the school encourages high levels of student participation, providing young people with ample opportunities to build leadership skills and school spirit. By blending traditional academic values with modern educational initiatives, the school strives to maintain a supportive culture that helps every student reach their full potential within the broader Black Hawk County region.

For more information, contact Dunkerton High School at (319) 822-4295 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.