Serving 463 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 58% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). 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 28% (majority Hispanic).
Algona High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Algona High School is ranked #902 out of 1,233 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Algona High School?
463 students attend Algona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Algona High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Algona High School part of?
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Related School Videos
49:56
20:07
1:44
10:31
Related School News
Twenty-three Algona High School students competed in the 32nd annual DMACC/Iowa Automobile Dealers Association (IADA) Automotive Skills Contest recently at the ...
Naig says expanding the use of E15 is a win on multiple fronts for Iowans. Naig made his comments ...
“I was really happy with the time drops overall, but a little mad I didn’t qualify — especially after realizing I was so ...
