CARDINAL HIGH SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL

Cardinal High School High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Cardinal Comm School District school district, located in Eldon, IA with about 214 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 13 teachers, Cardinal High School High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cardinal High School, located in Eldon, Iowa, serves as the educational hub for the Cardinal Community School District. Operating under the "Comet" mascot, the school is deeply integrated into the small-town fabric of Wapello County, focusing on providing a well-rounded academic and extracurricular experience for students in a close-knit rural environment. The district emphasizes a supportive atmosphere, aiming to prepare its students for post-secondary success through a combination of traditional coursework and local community engagement.

Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong commitment to its extracurricular programs, which serve as a vital point of pride for the Eldon community. By fostering a culture of school spirit and academic dedication, Cardinal High School strives to develop responsible citizens while maintaining the personalized attention often found in smaller educational settings. The school’s digital presence at cardinalcomet.com serves as the primary communication portal for families, offering updates on district news, athletic schedules, and administrative resources.

For more information, contact Cardinal High School High School at (641) 652-7531 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.