For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,768 students in 52402, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in 52402, IA is John F Kennedy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 52402 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 52402, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 52402 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is John F Kennedy High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52402, IA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4545 Wenig Rd Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2251
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2251
Gr: 9-12 | 1,648 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Empowering Excellence Charter School
Charter School
1800 1st Ave Ne # 201
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 451-9243
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 451-9243
Gr: 9-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 120:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
52402, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1500 B Ave Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2475
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 558-2475
Gr: PK-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 52402, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 52402, IA include John F Kennedy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 52402?
2 public high schools are located in 52402.
What is the racial composition of students in 52402?
52402 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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