Schools in Cherokee, IA

The city of Cherokee, Iowa is home to three schools that serve students from elementary through high school: Cherokee Elementary School, Washington High School, and Cherokee Middle School. These schools are part of the Cherokee Community School District, which is ranked 207 out of 313 districts in Iowa.

Among the three schools, Washington High School stands out as the top performer, ranked 119 out of 340 Iowa high schools with a 3-star rating. It boasts a strong 88.3% four-year graduation rate and performs well on ISASP tests, with 75-84% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, Cherokee Elementary School lags behind, ranked 487 out of 576 elementary schools in the state. However, Cherokee Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance on ISASP tests, with 63-91% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Across all three schools, a concerning issue is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6% for the 2023-2024 school year. Additionally, the schools have varying free/reduced lunch rates, with Cherokee Elementary School having the highest at 45.25%. Spending per student also varies, with Washington High School having the highest at $14,371 and Cherokee Middle School having the lowest at $9,857 per student.