Glidden-Ralston Jr-Sr High School

Glidden-Ralston Comm School District
602 Idaho
Glidden, IA 51443
163 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Glidden-Ralston Jr-Sr High School, located in Glidden, Iowa, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding community. As a combined junior and senior high school, it provides a structured academic environment for students in grades 7 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary education and career success. The school maintains a close-knit atmosphere typical of rural Iowa districts, emphasizing individualized attention and strong relationships between students, faculty, and the local community.

Beyond its core curriculum, Glidden-Ralston is committed to fostering a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and academic clubs. The school’s mission centers on empowering students to become responsible, productive citizens by offering a blend of traditional instruction and modern educational tools. By prioritizing both academic excellence and character development, the district aims to provide its students with the foundation necessary to navigate the challenges of the 21st century.
163
Total Students
13.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    151 (92.6%)
  • Hispanic
    9 (5.5%)
  • Black
    2 (1.2%)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Glidden-Ralston Comm School District
Phone: (712)659-2205
Website: http://www.glidden-ralston.k12.ia.us
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 163
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 40
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 7 33
Grade 8 32
Grade 9 24
Grade 10 22
Grade 11 30
Grade 12 22
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Carroll High School
Carroll Comm School District
483 Students
2809 N Grant Rd
Carroll, IA 51401 (7.2 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th