For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,414 students in 52403, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52403, IA are Erskine Elementary School, Mckinley Steam Academy and Grant Wood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52403 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52403, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52403, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Erskine Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 36th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2364
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2364
Gr: K-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Steam Academy
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
620 10th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2348
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2348
Gr: 6-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Grant Wood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
645 26th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2467
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2467
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Johnson Steam Academy School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
355 18th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-3400
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-3400
Gr: K-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
52403, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3200 Pioneer Ave Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2176
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2176
Gr: PK-K | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 52403, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52403, IA include Erskine Elementary School, Mckinley Steam Academy and Grant Wood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52403?
4 public elementary schools are located in 52403.
What is the racial composition of students in 52403?
52403 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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