Iowa High School
1,007 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Iowa High School, located at 401 W Miller Ave in Iowa, Louisiana, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Calcasieu Parish Public School System. The school typically serves students in grades 9 through 12, offering a comprehensive high school curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. As a focal point of the town of Iowa, the school is deeply integrated into the local culture and is well-known for its active participation in regional athletics and community-wide events.
In addition to its academic programs, Iowa High School emphasizes the development of student character and school spirit, often rallying behind its athletic teams, the "Yellow Jackets." The campus provides a traditional high school environment where students engage in a variety of clubs, organizations, and vocational training opportunities. By balancing standard classroom instruction with opportunities for student growth through leadership and teamwork, the school aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages both academic achievement and civic engagement among its student body.
In addition to its academic programs, Iowa High School emphasizes the development of student character and school spirit, often rallying behind its athletic teams, the "Yellow Jackets." The campus provides a traditional high school environment where students engage in a variety of clubs, organizations, and vocational training opportunities. By balancing standard classroom instruction with opportunities for student growth through leadership and teamwork, the school aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages both academic achievement and civic engagement among its student body.
1,007
Total Students
75.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 584 |
| Hispanic | 49 |
| Black | 326 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 42 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White584 (58.0%)
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Black326 (32.4%)
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Hispanic49 (4.9%)
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Two or More42 (4.2%)
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American Indian3 (0.3%)
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Asian2 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
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: | N/A |
| District: | Calcasieu Parish |
| Phone: | (337)217-4380 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,007 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 75.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 511 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 46 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
146
Grade 7
143
Grade 8
125
Grade 9
188
Grade 10
153
Grade 11
126
Grade 12
126
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 146 |
| Grade 7 | 143 |
| Grade 8 | 125 |
| Grade 9 | 188 |
| Grade 10 | 153 |
| Grade 11 | 126 |
| Grade 12 | 126 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 495 | 49.2% |
| Male | 512 | 50.8% |
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