Iowa Connections Academy High School
595 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
It appears there is a slight confusion regarding the identity of the school based on the address and website provided. **Iowa Connections Academy** is a statewide, tuition-free, virtual public school, whereas the address and website provided (camcougars.org) belong to the **CAM Community School District**, a traditional brick-and-mortar district located in Anita, Iowa.
Here is a summary of both entities to help clarify:
**The CAM Community School District (camcougars.org)**
The CAM Community School District is a rural, brick-and-mortar public school system serving the Anita, Massena, and Cumberland areas of Iowa. Operating under the "Cougars" mascot, the district focuses on providing a traditional, community-based educational experience for students from kindergarten through high school. As a small-town district, it emphasizes close-knit classroom environments, local extracurricular activities, and a personalized approach to K-12 education that centers on the specific needs of its regional student body.
**Iowa Connections Academy (iowaconnectionsacademy.com)**
In contrast, Iowa Connections Academy is an online public charter school that serves students across the entire state of Iowa. Unlike the CAM district, it does not operate out of a single physical campus in Anita; instead, it delivers its curriculum entirely through a virtual learning platform. This model is designed for students who thrive outside of a traditional classroom setting, offering flexibility for those with unique scheduling needs, medical requirements, or those who prefer a home-based learning environment. Students remain enrolled in a public school system and follow state-approved standards, but they interact with certified teachers and peers via digital tools and remote instruction.
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**Note:** If you are trying to enroll a student or research a specific program, please be aware that **CAM Community School District** and **Iowa Connections Academy** are separate educational institutions with different enrollment processes and instructional models. If you are specifically looking for the virtual school, you should use the [Iowa Connections Academy website](https://www.iowaconnectionsacademy.com/) rather than the CAM school district website.
Here is a summary of both entities to help clarify:
**The CAM Community School District (camcougars.org)**
The CAM Community School District is a rural, brick-and-mortar public school system serving the Anita, Massena, and Cumberland areas of Iowa. Operating under the "Cougars" mascot, the district focuses on providing a traditional, community-based educational experience for students from kindergarten through high school. As a small-town district, it emphasizes close-knit classroom environments, local extracurricular activities, and a personalized approach to K-12 education that centers on the specific needs of its regional student body.
**Iowa Connections Academy (iowaconnectionsacademy.com)**
In contrast, Iowa Connections Academy is an online public charter school that serves students across the entire state of Iowa. Unlike the CAM district, it does not operate out of a single physical campus in Anita; instead, it delivers its curriculum entirely through a virtual learning platform. This model is designed for students who thrive outside of a traditional classroom setting, offering flexibility for those with unique scheduling needs, medical requirements, or those who prefer a home-based learning environment. Students remain enrolled in a public school system and follow state-approved standards, but they interact with certified teachers and peers via digital tools and remote instruction.
***
**Note:** If you are trying to enroll a student or research a specific program, please be aware that **CAM Community School District** and **Iowa Connections Academy** are separate educational institutions with different enrollment processes and instructional models. If you are specifically looking for the virtual school, you should use the [Iowa Connections Academy website](https://www.iowaconnectionsacademy.com/) rather than the CAM school district website.
595
Total Students
8.1
Full-Time Teachers
73.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
64.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 496 |
| Hispanic | 49 |
| Black | 10 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 6 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White496 (83.4 %)
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Hispanic49 (8.2 %)
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Two or More21 (3.5 %)
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Black10 (1.7 %)
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Asian10 (1.7 %)
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American Indian6 (1.0 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Exclusively virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | CAM Comm School District |
| Phone: | (712)581-0200 |
| Website: | http://www.camcougars.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 595 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 8.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 73.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 289 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 96 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
112
Grade 10
143
Grade 11
181
Grade 12
159
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 112 |
| Grade 10 | 143 |
| Grade 11 | 181 |
| Grade 12 | 159 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 362 | 60.8% |
| Male | 233 | 39.2% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
143 Students
High School 9th - 12th