Ottumwa High School
1,317 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Ottumwa High School, located at 501 E 2nd Street in Ottumwa, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Ottumwa Community School District. As a comprehensive public high school, it plays a central role in the local community by offering a diverse array of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and vocational training opportunities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce. The school is known for its commitment to student development, fostering a learning environment that encourages academic achievement alongside personal growth and civic engagement.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Ottumwa Community School District, which emphasizes equity, innovation, and student-centered instruction. Through its official website, the school provides parents, students, and community members with essential resources, including academic calendars, athletic schedules, and information on district-wide initiatives. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools, Ottumwa High School strives to equip its diverse student body with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing global landscape.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Ottumwa Community School District, which emphasizes equity, innovation, and student-centered instruction. Through its official website, the school provides parents, students, and community members with essential resources, including academic calendars, athletic schedules, and information on district-wide initiatives. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with modern educational tools, Ottumwa High School strives to equip its diverse student body with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing global landscape.
1,317
Total Students
80.1
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
25.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 726 |
| Hispanic | 357 |
| Black | 82 |
| Asian | 38 |
| Two or More | 29 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 83 |
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White726 (55.2 %)
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Hispanic357 (27.1 %)
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Pacific Islander83 (6.3 %)
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Black82 (6.2 %)
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Asian38 (2.9 %)
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Two or More29 (2.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
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: | Ottumwa Comm School District |
| Phone: | (641)683-4444 |
| Website: | http://www.ottumwaschools.com |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,317 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 80.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 313 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 27 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
368
Grade 10
387
Grade 11
284
Grade 12
278
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 368 |
| Grade 10 | 387 |
| Grade 11 | 284 |
| Grade 12 | 278 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 649 | 49.3% |
| Male | 667 | 50.6% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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