Vinton-Shellsburg High School
425 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Vinton-Shellsburg High School, located in Vinton, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the Vinton-Shellsburg Community School District. Committed to fostering academic excellence and personal growth, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, encouraging students to engage in rigorous coursework while developing the critical thinking skills necessary for an evolving global landscape.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong value on student engagement and community spirit. Students at Vinton-Shellsburg are encouraged to participate in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and various student-led clubs, which help cultivate leadership, teamwork, and school pride. By integrating traditional instruction with diverse enrichment opportunities, Vinton-Shellsburg High School strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that supports the social, emotional, and intellectual development of its student body.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong value on student engagement and community spirit. Students at Vinton-Shellsburg are encouraged to participate in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, fine arts, and various student-led clubs, which help cultivate leadership, teamwork, and school pride. By integrating traditional instruction with diverse enrichment opportunities, Vinton-Shellsburg High School strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that supports the social, emotional, and intellectual development of its student body.
425
Total Students
31.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 388 |
| Hispanic | 13 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White388 (91.7 %)
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Two or More14 (3.3 %)
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Hispanic13 (3.1 %)
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Black4 (0.9 %)
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Asian3 (0.7 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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: | Vinton-Shellsburg Comm School District |
| Phone: | (319)436-4728 |
| Website: | http://www.vscsd.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 425 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 130 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 75 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
108
Grade 10
93
Grade 11
107
Grade 12
117
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 108 |
| Grade 10 | 93 |
| Grade 11 | 107 |
| Grade 12 | 117 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 219 | 51.5% |
| Male | 204 | 48% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.5% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 9th - 12th