Oelwein High School

Oelwein Comm School District
315 8th Ave SE
Oelwein, IA 50662
314 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Oelwein High School, located in Oelwein, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Oelwein Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a mix of rigorous academic programming and a variety of extracurricular activities. By emphasizing core subjects alongside elective opportunities, the school aims to help students develop the critical thinking and practical skills necessary to thrive in their future careers or higher education.

Beyond the classroom, Oelwein High School plays a central role in the local community by promoting school spirit and student engagement. The district encourages participation in athletics, fine arts, and career-oriented clubs, providing students with a well-rounded experience that encourages personal growth and leadership. Through its commitment to high academic standards and community involvement, the school remains a vital hub for youth development in the Oelwein area.
314
Total Students
27.1
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    270 (86.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    21 (6.7 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (5.7 %)
  • Black
    3 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Oelwein Comm School District
Phone: (319)283-2731
Website: http://www.oelweinschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 314
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 124
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18

* 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 9 88
Grade 10 91
Grade 11 80
Grade 12 55
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
West Central Charter High School
West Central Comm School District
Charter School 82 Students
305 Pember
Maynard, IA 50655 (6.8 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th