For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 3,334 students in 52404, IA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 52404, IA are Prairie High School, Thomas Jefferson High School and Prairie Crossing. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 52404 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 52404, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 52404 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Prairie High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52404, IA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 76th Ave Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 848-5340
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 848-5340
Gr: 9-12 | 1,766 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Jefferson High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1243 20th St Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 558-2435
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 558-2435
Gr: 9-12 | 1,501 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Prairie Crossing
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5400 Kirkwood Blvd Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 298-3406
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 298-3406
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
52404, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 76th Ave Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 848-5310
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 848-5310
Gr: 6-8 | 945 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 52404, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 52404, IA include Prairie High School, Thomas Jefferson High School and Prairie Crossing.
How many public high schools are located in 52404?
3 public high schools are located in 52404.
What is the racial composition of students in 52404?
52404 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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