For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 399 students in 52214, IA.
The top ranked public schools in 52214, IA are Central City Elementary School and Central City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52214 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52214, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52214, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central City Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Barber Street
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Gr: K-5 | 174 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central City High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Barber Street
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6182
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6182
Gr: 6-12 | 225 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
52214, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Barber Street
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Gr: 6-8 | 104 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 52214, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 52214, IA include Central City Elementary School and Central City High School.
How many public schools are located in 52214?
2 public schools are located in 52214.
What is the racial composition of students in 52214?
52214 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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