Serving 1,302 students in grades 10-12, Cedar Falls High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cedar Falls High School's student population of 1,302 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Falls High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Falls High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#314 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Falls High School's ranking?
Cedar Falls High School is ranked #314 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Cedar Falls High School often compared to?
Cedar Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School, West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cedar Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Cedar Falls High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cedar Falls High School?
1,302 students attend Cedar Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Cedar Falls High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Falls High School?
Cedar Falls High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Falls High School offer ?
Cedar Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Falls High School part of?
Cedar Falls High School is part of Cedar Falls Comm School District.
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