HARRIS-LAKE PARK HIGH SCHOOL

Harris-Lake Park High School is a public high school that is part of the Harris-Lake Park Comm School District school district, located in Lake Park, IA with about 172 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 15 teachers, Harris-Lake Park High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Harris-Lake Park High School is a small, rural public secondary school located in Lake Park, Iowa. As a member of the Harris-Lake Park Community School District, it serves students from the surrounding area, fostering a close-knit environment characteristic of small-town Iowa education. The school is known for its focus on maintaining a supportive, personalized academic setting where faculty-to-student ratios allow for individualized attention and a strong sense of community engagement.

Beyond its core curriculum, Harris-Lake Park High School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances academic rigor with extracurricular opportunities. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of athletics, fine arts programs, and vocational activities, which are central to the school’s efforts to prepare graduates for post-secondary success. By integrating community values with modern educational goals, the school serves as a focal point for the local region, dedicated to equipping its students with the skills necessary for their future endeavors.

For more information, contact Harris-Lake Park High School at (712) 832-3809 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.