ALTON HIGH SCHOOL

Alton High is a Title I public high school that is part of the ALTON R-IV school district, located in Alton, MO with about 300 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Alton High has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Alton High School, located on Route 2 in Alton, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Alton R-IV School District. As a rural school located in Oregon County, it functions as a central hub for the community, providing a comprehensive high school curriculum designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the local workforce. The school is known for fostering a close-knit environment typical of smaller Missouri districts, emphasizing both academic development and student involvement in extracurricular activities.

Like many schools in the region, Alton High is committed to supporting its student body through a balance of traditional classroom instruction and community-centered initiatives. It serves as a focal point for local pride, particularly through its athletics and various student organizations, which help maintain strong ties between the school and the surrounding Alton area. For families in the district, the school represents the core of the local educational system, striving to provide essential learning opportunities within a supportive and accessible community setting.

For more information, contact Alton High at (417) 778-7215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.