WACO HIGH SCHOOL

WACO High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the WACO Comm School District school district, located in Wayland, IA with about 206 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 20 teachers, WACO High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

WACO High School, located in Wayland, Iowa, serves as the central secondary education hub for the WACO Community School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. By maintaining a small-town atmosphere, the school focuses on providing personalized attention to its students, encouraging them to excel not only in the classroom but also through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and community-based initiatives.

The district’s educational philosophy centers on preparing students for life beyond graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. Through a combination of core curriculum standards and diverse learning opportunities, WACO High School aims to cultivate critical thinking, leadership skills, and civic responsibility. By leveraging the resources of the WACO Community School District, the high school remains a vital pillar of the Wayland community, dedicated to student success and continuous improvement in all areas of campus life.

For more information, contact WACO High School at (319) 256-6200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.