SAYDEL HIGH SCHOOL

Saydel High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Saydel Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 415 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 29 teachers, Saydel High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Saydel High School, located in Des Moines, Iowa, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Saydel Community School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic standards with a variety of extracurricular opportunities. Its mission centers on preparing students for life beyond graduation, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or join the military, by fostering an environment that emphasizes personal growth, critical thinking, and civic responsibility.

Beyond its core curriculum, Saydel High School is known for its strong community atmosphere and emphasis on student engagement. The school offers a diverse range of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led organizations, which are designed to help students build character and leadership skills. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a supportive faculty, Saydel aims to offer a personalized learning experience that addresses the individual needs and ambitions of its student body within a tight-knit campus culture.

For more information, contact Saydel High School at (515) 262-9325 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.