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Alta-Aurelia High School

1009 South Main Street, Alta, IA 51002, United States

+1 (712) 200-1331

7.2

Overall Rating

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Alta-Aurelia High School Overview

About This School

Alta-Aurelia High School is a public high in Alta, Iowa, serving 221 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 77% in ELA and 67% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 17 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $54,701. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 251 students. The student body is composed of 50% male and 50% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 81% White, 16% Hispanic, and 1% Two or More Races.

221

Total Students

Grade 9-12

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

17 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts77%

Mathematics67%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 9-12

County

Buena Vista County

Students per Counselor

251:1

Alta-Aurelia High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

77%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 75%State Avg: 70%

67%

Mathematics

City Avg: 72%State Avg: 65%

N/A

Science

Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.5:1

State Avg: 14.5:1

251

Students per Counselor

Alta-Aurelia High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$54,701

City Avg: $54,701

State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor251:1

Alta-Aurelia High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.23%

Male

49.77%

Female

Total Enrollment: 221 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White80.54%

Hispanic16.29%

Asian0%

Black0.45%

Two or More Races1.36%

Native American0%

Alta-Aurelia High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Alta-Aurelia High School

Q: What is Alta-Aurelia High School?

A: Alta-Aurelia High School is a high public located in Alta.

Q: How many students attend Alta-Aurelia High School?

A: Alta-Aurelia High School has approximately 221 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta-Aurelia High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Alta-Aurelia High School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Alta-Aurelia High School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Alta-Aurelia High School - Alta, IA

Quick Facts about Alta-Aurelia High School
School Name	Alta-Aurelia High School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 9-12
Location	1009 South Main Street, Alta, IA 51002, Alta, IA
County	Buena Vista County
Phone	+1 (712) 200-1331
Total Students	221
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	17
Rating	7.2/10
ELA Proficiency	77%
Math Proficiency	67%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Alta-Aurelia High School

What is Alta-Aurelia High School?

Alta-Aurelia High School is a high public located in Alta.

How many students attend Alta-Aurelia High School?

Alta-Aurelia High School has approximately 221 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta-Aurelia High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alta-Aurelia High School is 12:1.

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