For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,888 students in 52241, IA (there are 3 private schools, serving 217 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 52241, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52241, IA are Wickham Elementary School, Norman Borlaug Elementary School and East Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52241 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52241, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52241, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wickham Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
601 Oakdale Blvd
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1175
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1175
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Norman Borlaug Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Kennedy Parkway
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1155
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1155
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
East Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2950 Crossing Ridge Dr
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 545-2075
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 545-2075
Gr: 4-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Northwest Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1507 8th St
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1060
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1060
Gr: 6-8 | 1,113 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 6th St
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1100
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1100
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Kirkwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 9th St
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1120
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 688-1120
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52241, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52241, IA include Wickham Elementary School, Norman Borlaug Elementary School and East Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52241?
6 public schools are located in 52241.
What percentage of students in 52241 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 52241 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52241?
52241 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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