Johnston High School

Johnston High School

Public School District – Johnston , Iowa

Johnston High School is a growing suburban school located northwest of Des Moines, Iowa. The community is proud of its school and parents are involved with their children’s education. The school offers a wide variety of AP courses as well as dual credit with Des Moines Area Community College. Starting in January 2013, Johnston High School students and staff will start using iPads in all classes. From English to biology, the tap-touch-swipe method of learning propels Johnston students to the forefront of 21st Century skills.

English teacher Sarah Wessling as awarded National Teacher of the Year 2010!

Welcome to the Johnston High School!

Community Information
Located just north of Des Moines, suburban Johnston offers a wealth of recreational facilities, numerous parks and trails, an excellent educational system, responsive government, new business development and an excellent quality of life.

Location
20 min northwest of Des Moines. Area population 17,278. Town website: www.cityofjohnston.com.

Dates
Estimated Start Date: Mid August
Estimated End Date: Late May

Dual Credit Courses:
Offer some are dual credit with Des Moines Area Community College

School Facts

Number Of Schools In District

1

Student Population

Co-Educational

Number of Students

1437

Grades

9-12

Teacher/Student Ratio

1:25

Average Class Size

28

ESL Programs

Yes

IB Programs

No

Offer Diploma

No

Religious Affiliation

None

Foreign Languages

  • French
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  • Spanish

Arts

  • Drawing
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  • Photo Art 1 and 2
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  • Design 1 and 2
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  • Essentials of Art
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  • Clay
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  • Painting

AP Courses

  • Biology
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  • Calculus AB
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  • Calculus BC
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  • Chemistry
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  • English Language and Composition
  • French Language and Culture
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  • Physics
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  • Psychology
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  • Spanish Language and Culture
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  • Statistics
  • US History
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  • World History

Sports

  • Baseball
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  • Basketball
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  • Bowling
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  • Cross Country
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  • Football
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  • Golf
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  • Soccer
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  • Softball
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  • Swimming
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  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
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  • Volleyball
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  • Wrestling

Extracurricular Activities & Clubs

  • Academic Team
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  • Animation
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  • Best Buddies
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  • Book
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  • Chess
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  • Computer
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  • Diversity
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  • Drama
  • Environmental
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  • Fencing
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  • Film
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  • French Language
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  • Leadership
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  • Math
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  • Mock Trial
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  • Photography
  • Science
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  • Spanish Language
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  • Speech & Debate

Partial List of College and University Acceptances

University of Northern Iowa, Iowa State University, University of Iowa, Drake University

ACT Average:
24.1

Closest International and Local Airports: Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
For Details Visit Website:   Johnston High School