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Algona High School

601 S Hale
Algona, IA 50511
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
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 471 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 68% (Btm 50%)
  • : 64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Algona High School's student population of 471 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1970
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 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#860 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
68%
68%
64%
70%
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.20
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
471 students attend Algona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Algona High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 471 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 68% (Btm 50%)
  • : 64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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