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Cedar Falls Community School District

Cedar Falls High School

#9 in Best Public High Schools in Iowa
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 10-12
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 289 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      B-
    7. Administration
      C+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Cedar Falls High School is a highly rated, public school located in Cedar Falls, IA. It has 1,123 students in grades 10-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 93% of students are at least proficient in math and 94% in reading.
    Address
    1015 Division St
    Cedar Falls, IA 50613
    Telephone
    (319) 553-2500
    Website
    cfschools.org

    Cedar Falls High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    94%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    93%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1390
    15 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    271 responses
    AP Enrollment
    14%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B+
    Median Household Income
    $58,855
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $818
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $173,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    87%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.31 responses
    Poll
    77%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.31 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 89 responses
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    • Student section at football games!
      18%
    • Band
      13%
    • Sports
      13%
    • Theatre
      12%
    • Choir
      8%
    • Speech team!
      7%
    • And Orchestra!
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,123
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    19%
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.37 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.37 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.37 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $56,908
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    12%
    60%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.43 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.43 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.43 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,762/ year
    National
    $12,239
    78%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.45 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.45 responses
    53%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.45 responses
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    Cedar Falls High School Reviews

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    I really enjoyed my time at Cedar Falls High School. I had amazing experiences with all of my teachers and every single one had my best interest in mind. They were always there for me to ask questions and willing to set up a time to meet if extra help was necessary. Cedar Falls offers numerous clubs, year around sports, and an incredible theater program gives students endless possibilities to get involved. They performs tremendously well academically and that can be credited to the staff that Cedar Falls has to offer. In addition to the staff, the courses offered at the high school range from fundamentals all the way to college level courses. Students who need extra help are not discriminated against and the students who excel are not held back. Cedar Falls offers a wide variety of classes that meet the interests levels of everyone. I would highly recommend this high school to anyone who is looking for a safe high school in an incredible community.
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    Cedar Falls had excellent programs, and really nailed it when it comes to college classes. I loved how I could knock out pre requisites while still enrolled in high school. I'm very thankful for the wonderful teachers, and overall positive morale I sensed while a CF tiger myself!
    Cedar Falls is an amazing high school, my only critique is that they need a new high school, however, they are in the process of building one! The teachers are amazing and there is a very friendly atmosphere at the high school.