Cardinal High School in Eldon, IA

Cardinal High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12

4045 Ashland Rd, Eldon, IA

Cardinal Community School District

3.8

3.0

276 Students

C+

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1

Average ACT Score
24

Math Proficiency
42%

Reading Proficiency
57%

Average GPA
3.62

Graduation Rate
95%

C+

Academics

C+

Teachers

C+

College Prep

B-

Administration

B-

Resources/Facilities

B+

Clubs and Activities

B+

Food

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.62

Reading Proficiency

57%

Math Proficiency

42%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

13:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

41.2%

College Prep

Average ACT

Math

English

Reading

Science

Clubs and Activities

Girls Athletic Participation

Very High

Boys Athletic Participation

Very High

Test Scores

Equity

College Readiness

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

220:1

Student Diversity

Female

50.4%

Male

49.6%

White

90.6%

Hispanic

4.7%

Two or more races

2.2%

Black

1.8%

Asian or Pacific Islander

<1%

Native American

<1%

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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

Indian Hills Community College 44 Students

University of Iowa 37 Students

Iowa State University 24 Students

University of Northern Iowa 22 Students

William Penn University 15 Students

Drake University 11 Students

Central College 10 Students

Buena Vista University 10 Students

Mount Mercy University 9 Students

Simpson College 7 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Nursing 11 Students

Psychology 7 Students

Business 5 Students

Elementary Education 5 Students

Criminology 4 Students

Pre-Law Studies 4 Students

Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 4 Students

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management 4 Students

Biology 3 Students

Architecture 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Senior

5/23/2018

The teachers really care about the students! Everyone makes everyone else feel safe and cared for. One thing that could improve would be getting seniors ready for college.

4.0 Alum

11/2/2017

My experience at Cardinal High School was great. Teachers at Cardinal are always willing to help you with assignments you have questions about and they always devoted their time to the students as well. I had a great experience at Cardinal!

3.0 NicheUser

11/18/2013

The school isn't outstanding in too many areas but it is starting to go in that direction with the new administration.

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parent

4/14/2010

I agree, I am aware that they have made some changes and yes they have laptops for all students. There are certain requirements to attain those laptops and is is typically for those schools who struggle. I have a very negative view of the school system. I do believe many have the students bet intere...

5.0 parent

4/13/2010

Cardinal may be a small rural school but it puts students first. Each student has his or her own laptop provided by the school to help prepare them for the future. Classes are smaller to keep track of students academic and personal needs. Student's are goal oriented and can begin college classes as...

parent

4/13/2010

We have terrific students who work hard. It is a privilege to work with our Cardinal students.

4.0 student

5/6/2009

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Cardinal Junior High

5th to 8th
Public

C+

Iowa Wapello County Eldon 52554

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