Summary:
The Cardinal Community School District in Iowa has only one middle school, Cardinal Junior High, which serves grades 5-8 with an enrollment of 284 students. The school's academic performance is mixed, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts generally higher than state averages, but lower proficiency in Mathematics and Science compared to state benchmarks.
Cardinal Junior High's student population is predominantly White (87.32%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic, two or more races, African American, Asian, and Pacific Islander students. Over 50% of the students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high-need population. The school's spending per student is $11,218, and it has a student-teacher ratio of 15.2 to 1.
While Cardinal Junior High's performance is generally aligned with the overall Cardinal Community School District, its statewide ranking among Iowa middle schools has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 193 out of 337 schools to 233 out of 334 schools. This suggests that the school has room for improvement, particularly in the areas of Mathematics and Science, to better align with state standards and provide a more well-rounded education for its students.
Thank you for your feedback!