Iowa Valley Jr-Sr High School

Iowa Valley Comm School District
359 E Hilton St
Marengo, IA 52301
229 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Iowa Valley Jr-Sr High School, located in Marengo, Iowa, serves as the secondary education hub for the Iowa Valley Community School District. Situated in a rural Iowa setting, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience for students in grades 7 through 12. The institution emphasizes a small-school environment that fosters close relationships between students and faculty, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous academics, career readiness programs, and extracurricular engagement.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school is deeply integrated into the local Marengo community, acting as a central point for regional activities and school spirit. The district prioritizes student growth by offering various athletic programs, fine arts opportunities, and vocational training options designed to meet the needs of a modern workforce. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and community involvement, Iowa Valley Jr-Sr High School strives to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens while upholding the traditions and values of its surrounding Iowa community.
229
Total Students
19.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    205 (89.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (7.4 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.7 %)
  • Black
    3 (1.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Iowa Valley Comm School District
Phone: (319)642-3332
Website: http://www.iowa-valley.k12.ia.us
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 229
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 57
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 33
Grade 8 32
Grade 9 41
Grade 10 35
Grade 11 39
Grade 12 49
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Williamsburg Jr-Sr High School
Williamsburg Comm School District
605 Students
810 W Walnut
Williamsburg, IA 52361 (9.7 miles away)
High School 7th - 12th