For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 139 students in 52306, IA.
The top-ranked public school in 52306, IA is North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 52306 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52306, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52306, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
609 125th St.
Mechanicsville, IA 52306
(563) 432-6933
Mechanicsville, IA 52306
(563) 432-6933
Gr: PK-6 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52306, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52306, IA include North Cedar Mechanicsville Elementary Center.
How many public schools are located in 52306?
1 public schools are located in 52306.
What is the racial composition of students in 52306?
52306 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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