SOLON HIGH SCHOOL

Solon High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Solon Comm School District school district, located in Solon, IA with about 450 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 28 teachers, Solon High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Solon High School, located at 600 W. 5th Street in Solon, Iowa, serves as a cornerstone of the local community, operating under the Solon Community School District. The school is known for fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes both rigorous scholastic achievement and the holistic development of its students. As a hub for the surrounding area, the high school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career paths, while maintaining a strong commitment to local traditions and student engagement.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Solon High School prides itself on a diverse array of extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and various student-led organizations. These opportunities allow students to cultivate leadership, teamwork, and specialized skills outside of the traditional classroom setting. By balancing academic excellence with active community involvement, the school aims to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute positively to society. For more information regarding their current programs, faculty, or district updates, interested individuals can visit their official website at http://www.solon.k12.ia.us.

For more information, contact Solon High School at (319) 624-3401 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

600 W. 5th Street
Solon, IA 52333
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SOLON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Solon, IA with about 450 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Iowa

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
450
Teachers:
28.16
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 450 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SOLON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.

White
96.0%
Hispanic/Latino
2.0%
Black or African American
0.7%
Two or more races
0.7%
Asian
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.