MORMON TRAIL JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL

Mormon Trail Jr-Sr High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Mormon Trail Comm School District school district, located in Garden Grove, IA with about 96 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 10 teachers, Mormon Trail Jr-Sr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Mormon Trail Jr-Sr High School, located in Garden Grove, Iowa, serves as a central educational hub for the Mormon Trail Community School District. Situated in a rural setting, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive secondary education for students in grades 7 through 12. Its mission is centered on fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

The school emphasizes a close-knit community atmosphere, which is typical of small Iowa school districts, allowing for smaller class sizes and more personalized instruction between faculty and students. In addition to its core academic curriculum, the school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs. These programs are designed to promote leadership, teamwork, and school spirit, ensuring a well-rounded experience that helps students develop both academically and personally within the Decatur County community.

For more information, contact Mormon Trail Jr-Sr High School at (641) 443-3425 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.