Serving 297 students in grades 7-12, North Cedar Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Cedar Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Cedar Jr/sr High School's student population of 297 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Cedar Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Cedar Jr/sr High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#751 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Cedar Jr/sr High School's ranking?
North Cedar Jr/sr High School is ranked #751 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are North Cedar Jr/sr High School often compared to?
North Cedar Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tipton High School, West Branch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Cedar Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of North Cedar Jr/sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Cedar Jr/sr High School?
297 students attend North Cedar Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Cedar Jr/sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Cedar Jr/sr High School?
North Cedar Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Cedar Jr/sr High School offer ?
North Cedar Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Cedar Jr/sr High School part of?
North Cedar Jr/sr High School is part of North Cedar Comm School District.
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