education
Iowa is a leader in quality education, and Buena Vista County is no exception. In 1997, Storm Lake High School was named a First in the Nation in Education (FINE) School. The district's music department was named as the exemplary music program in the state for 2003. Local public and private schools have access to college level courses through Iowa Central Community College and Buena Vista University.
Throughout the county, schools utilize the latest technology, enjoy small class sizes and offer a variety of extracurricular activities. Before and After School, Head Start, CommUnity Ed and other valuable programs help children move forward, and facilities like Gingerbread House offer quality daycare for young children. Buena Vista County was named as one of the Nation's 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's Promise Alliance.
Storm Lake is the home of Buena Vista University, a four-year private college that boasts being the first totally wireless campus in the US. A satellite location for Iowa Central Community College provides access to training tailored to your needs. Both schools provide the opportunity for further education and personal enrichment for employees.
Storm Lake Education Links
Administration Building, 419 Lake Avenue...........................................................(712) 732.8060
High School, 621 Tornado Drive............................................................................(712) 732.8065
Alternative High School, 306 Cayuga.....................................................................(712) 749.5180
Middle School, 1811 Hyland Drive........................................................................(712) 732.8080
Elementary School, 1810 Hyland Drive.................................................................(712) 732.8111
Community Education, 419 Lake Avenue..............................................................(712) 732.5711
Parochial
St. Mary's Private School, 304 Seneca...................................................................(712) 732.4166
Secondary
Faust Institute of Cosmetology, 1290 Lake............................................................(712) 732.6570
Iowa Central Community College, 916 Russell.....................................................(712) 732.2991
Buena Vista University, 610 W 4th Street.............................................................(712) 749.2400
Day Care Information
Child Care Resource & Referral Center...................................................................(800) 859.2025
Buena Vista County Department of Human Services............................................(712) 749.2536