For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,193 students in 52240, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 86 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 52240, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52240, IA are Herbert Hoover Elementary School, Southeast Middle School and Longfellow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52240 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52240, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52240, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Barrington Rd
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1110
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1110
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Bradford Dr
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1070
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1070
Gr: 6-8 | 1,269 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1130 Seymour Ave
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1135
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1135
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Alexander Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3571 Sycamore St.
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1095
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1095
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1355 Deforest Avenue
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1165
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1165
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Grant Wood Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1930 Lakeside Dr
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1180
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1180
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Elizabeth Tate Alt. High School
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1528 Mall Drive
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1080
Iowa City, IA 52240
(319) 688-1080
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52240, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52240, IA include Herbert Hoover Elementary School, Southeast Middle School and Longfellow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52240?
7 public schools are located in 52240.
What percentage of students in 52240 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 52240 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52240?
52240 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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