GALENA HIGH SCHOOL

GALENA HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the GALENA R-II school district, located in GALENA, MO with about 217 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 17 teachers, GALENA HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

GALENA HIGH School, located at 30925 State Hwy 413 in Galena, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Galena R-II School District. Nestled in the scenic Ozark region of Stone County, the school functions as a community hub, providing a personalized learning environment typical of a smaller rural district. The school is committed to fostering student growth through a combination of core academic instruction, vocational preparation, and extracurricular activities designed to engage students in both their local community and broader academic pursuits.

As part of the Galena R-II district, the high school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where educators focus on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that involves pursuing higher education or entering the workforce. The school maintains a digital presence through its official website (http://www.galena.k12.mo.us), which serves as a central resource for parents, students, and staff to access school calendars, academic policies, and updates on district activities. By prioritizing strong teacher-student relationships, GALENA HIGH seeks to uphold the values and educational standards essential to the success of its rural student population.

For more information, contact GALENA HIGH at (417) 357-6618 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.