Cedar Falls Schools' primary focus is reflected in the words of its mission statement:"Educating each student to be a lifelong learner and a caring, responsible citizen."The district provides a world-class education for all students and prepares them for the future by:• Hiring the finest educators; Cedar Falls teachers are dedicated and model life-long learning with over 55 percent holding advanced degrees• Providing quality professional development time for staff to improve practices and increase student achievement• Investing in quality facilities to create a positive, safe environment for students• Developing relationships with local businesses and community partners, as well as actively involved familiesQuick FactsAverage ACT Composite: 24.5Graduation rate: 97.2%Graduates pursuing post-secondary education/training: 88%All high school and junior high students have own laptop, 1:1 ratio; grades 3-6 ratio 1:2; grades PK-2 ratio 1:3District-wide digital learning initiative; 7400 devices for 5200 studentsPoints of Pride2016, 2015 & 2014 Robotics Team traveled to China to mentor a Chinese high school team2015 City of Cedar Falls Education Partner Award2014 Iowa Department of Education: Breaking Barriers Award - Cedar Falls High School2013 US News and World Report and Newsweek: One of the top high schools in the state and nation - Cedar Falls High School2013 AP Annual Honor Roll Award: Cedar Falls High School2013 Iowa Department of Education: Breaking Barriers Award - Cedar Falls High School2012 US News and World Report and Newsweek: One of the top high schools in the state and nation - Cedar Falls High School2012 Project Lead the Way, a high school technology program - Partnership Response in Manufacturing Education (PRIME) Award2011 Cedar Falls Business & Industry Appreciation Partnership Award - CFCSD, UNI, City of Cedar Falls2010 Blue Ribbon School Award - Lincoln Elementary