Serving 243 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 62% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 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 243 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Cedar Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Cedar Jr/sr High School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
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 #733 out of 1,223 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% 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 90%.
How many students attend North Cedar Jr/sr High School?
243 students attend North Cedar Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Cedar Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Cedar Jr/sr High School?
North Cedar Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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