Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar River Academy At Taylor ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar River Academy At Taylor ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedar River Academy At Taylor's student population of 344 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar River Academy At Taylor ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar River Academy At Taylor is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1205 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
35%
7%
White
35%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar River Academy At Taylor's ranking?
Cedar River Academy At Taylor is ranked #1205 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Cedar River Academy At Taylor?
344 students attend Cedar River Academy At Taylor.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Cedar River Academy At Taylor students are Black, 35% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar River Academy At Taylor?
Cedar River Academy At Taylor has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar River Academy At Taylor offer ?
Cedar River Academy At Taylor offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cedar River Academy At Taylor part of?
Cedar River Academy At Taylor is part of Cedar Rapids Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedar River Academy At Taylor located?
Cedar River Academy At Taylor is located in the Taylor neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA.
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