For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,978 students in 52402, IA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,948 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 52402, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 52402, IA are John F Kennedy High School, Bowman Woods Elementary School and Harding Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52402 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in 52402, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52402, IA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4545 Wenig Rd Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2251
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2251
Grades: 9-12
| 1,741 students
Rank: #22.
Bowman Woods Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
151 Boyson Rd Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 447-3240
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 447-3240
Grades: PK-4
| 444 students
Rank: #33.
Harding Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4801 Golf St Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2254
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2254
Grades: 6-8
| 712 students
Rank: #44.
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4343 Marilyn Dr Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2373
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2373
Grades: K-5
| 327 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Arthur Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2630 B Ave Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2264
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2264
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Kenwood Leadership School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3700 E Ave Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2273
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2273
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #77.
Franklin Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 20th St Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2452
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2452
Grades: 6-8
| 534 students
Rank: #88.
Wright Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1524 Hollywood Blvd Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2278
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2278
Grades: PK-5
| 305 students
Rank: #99.
Garfield Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Maplewood Dr Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2169
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2169
Grades: K-5
| 209 students
52402, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1500 B Ave Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2475
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2475
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52402, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52402, IA include John F Kennedy High School, Bowman Woods Elementary School and Harding Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 52402, IA?
9 public schools are located in 52402, IA.
What percentage of students in 52402, IA go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 52402, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52402, IA?
52402, IA public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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