For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 3,628 students in 52405, IA (there are 3 private schools, serving 542 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 52405, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 52405, IA are Maple Grove Elementary School, West Willow Elementary School and Taft Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52405 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52405, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52405, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Maple Grove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 38th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2471
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2471
Grades: PK-5
| 529 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
West Willow Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6225 1st Ave Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3130
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3130
Grades: PK-5
| 534 students
Rank: #33.
Taft Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5200 E Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2243
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2243
Grades: 6-8
| 578 students
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1341 Woodside Dr Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 555-2000
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 555-2000
Grades: K-5
| 180 students
Rank: #55.
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 13th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2153
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2153
Grades: 6-8
| 510 students
Rank: #66.
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Edgewood Rd
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3427
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3427
Grades: K-5
| 17 students
Rank: #77.
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Egewood Rd
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3427
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3427
Grades: 6-8
| 47 students
Rank: #88.
Harrison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1310 11th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2269
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2269
Grades: K-5
| 285 students
Rank: #99.
Hoover Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4141 Johnson Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2369
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2369
Grades: K-5
| 387 students
Rank: #1010.
Cleveland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 1st Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2463
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2463
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Rank: n/an/a
Truman Early Learning Center
Magnet School
441 West Post Road Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3962
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3962
Grades: PK
| 268 students
52405, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2500 Edgewood Rd
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-1629
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-1629
Grades: 6-12
| 598 students
Taft Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
5200 E Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2246
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2246
Grades: 6-8
| 22 students
441 West Post Rd Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2375
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2375
Grades: K-5
| 240 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52405, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52405, IA include Maple Grove Elementary School, West Willow Elementary School and Taft Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 52405?
11 public schools are located in 52405.
What percentage of students in 52405 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 52405 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52405?
52405 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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