Waukee High School

555 SE University Avenue
Waukee, IA 50263

waukeehigh.waukeeschools.org/

1,268 Students

High School 10th - 12th

School Overview

Waukee Senior High School, located at 555 SE University Avenue in Waukee, Iowa, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Waukee Community School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. As part of a rapidly growing district, the high school benefits from modern facilities and a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and various student-led organizations, which foster a well-rounded educational environment.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and student-centered learning. Through its official website, the district maintains strong communication with families, providing resources for academic tracking, event calendars, and updates on school policies. By prioritizing both traditional academic standards and progressive educational practices, Waukee Senior High School strives to equip its student body with the skills and character necessary to thrive in an increasingly globalized world.

1,268

Total Students

82.4

Full-Time Teachers

15.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

24.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Waukee High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	850
Hispanic	103
Black	120
Asian	111
Two or More	80
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	1

White
850 (67.0 %)
Black
120 (9.5 %)
Asian
111 (8.8 %)
Hispanic
103 (8.1 %)
Two or More
80 (6.3 %)
American Indian
3 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (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:	Waukee Comm School District
Phone:	(515)987-5163
Website:	http://waukeehigh.waukeeschools.org/
Grade Range:	10th - 12th
Total Students:	1,268
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	82.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	259
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	57

* 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 10 440

Grade 11 430

Grade 12 398