For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,275 students in 52405, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52405, IA are Maple Grove Elementary School, West Willow Elementary School and Taft Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52405 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52405, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52405, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 38th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2471
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2471
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
West Willow Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6225 1st Ave Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3130
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3130
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Taft Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5200 E Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2243
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2243
Gr: 6-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1341 Woodside Dr Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 555-2000
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 555-2000
Gr: K-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 13th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2153
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2153
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1310 11th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2269
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2269
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4141 Johnson Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2369
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2369
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 1st Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2463
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2463
Gr: K-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
52405, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Taft Alternative School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
5200 E Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2246
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2246
Gr: 6-8 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 52405, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52405, IA include Maple Grove Elementary School, West Willow Elementary School and Taft Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52405?
8 public elementary schools are located in 52405.
What is the racial composition of students in 52405?
52405 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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