Iowa Falls - Alden High School

Iowa Falls Comm School District
1903 North Taylor
Iowa Falls, IA 50126
398 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Iowa Falls-Alden High School, located in Iowa Falls, Iowa, serves as the hub for secondary education within the Iowa Falls Community School District. Operating under the "Cadet" mascot, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience by balancing rigorous classroom instruction with various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, fine arts, and student-led organizations.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school plays a vital role in the local Iowa Falls community, fostering a culture of school pride and civic engagement. By leveraging its resources and dedicated faculty, Iowa Falls-Alden High School aims to cultivate a supportive learning environment that encourages personal growth and community connection. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing essential updates on district policies, academic calendars, and the various programs that contribute to the development of its student body.
398
Total Students
27.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    346 (86.9%)
  • Hispanic
    30 (7.5%)
  • Two or More
    11 (2.8%)
  • Black
    6 (1.5%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Iowa Falls Comm School District
Phone: (641)648-6440
Website: http://www.ifacadets.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 398
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 101
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 20

* 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 9 105
Grade 10 107
Grade 11 93
Grade 12 93
Gender Ratio