Algona High School is a rural public high school located in the Algona Community School District in Algona, Iowa, United States. The Algona district includes Algona, Burt, Corwith, Lu Verne, Titonka, Wesley, and Whittemore.
Serving 458 students in grades 9-12, Algona High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Algona High School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Algona High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Algona High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#860 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
10%
14%
White
88%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Algona High School's ranking?
Algona High School is ranked #860 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Algona High School?
The graduation rate of Algona High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Algona High School?
458 students attend Algona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Algona High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Algona High School?
Algona High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Algona High School offer ?
Algona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Algona High School part of?
Algona High School is part of Algona Comm School District.
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