Cherokee Community School District

The Cherokee Community School District in Iowa consists of 3 schools: 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a predominantly white student population, with varying levels of academic performance and socioeconomic diversity across the schools.

Washington High School stands out as the top performer in the district, ranking 156 out of 338 Iowa high schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school excels in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, with over 70% of students proficient or better on ISASP tests. In contrast, Cherokee Middle School and Cherokee Elementary School show more varied academic performance, with some grade levels performing above the state average and others below.

The district's schools also differ in their socioeconomic diversity, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch rates. Washington High School has a relatively low rate of 33.43%, while the elementary and middle schools have higher rates of 43.29% and 42.25%, respectively. This suggests that the district may need to focus on ensuring equitable access to resources and support for all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background.