Iowa›Linn County›Cedar Rapids
Best Schools in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Compare 41 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
41
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
20,705
Total Students
Across Cedar Rapids
16.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
41 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score39%
ELA Assessment Score47%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)15 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,501 students at Thomas Jefferson High School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 4:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Kenwood Leadership Academy School
publicelementaryPK-5
3700 E Ave Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
5.7
Rating
Students
386
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
57%
Mckinley Steam Academy
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
620 10Th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
5.4
Rating
Students
426
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
61%
Math Proficiency
46%
Wilson Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2301 J St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
5.2
Rating
Students
422
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
55%
Math Proficiency
48%
George Washington High School
publichighGrade 9-12
2205 Forest Dr Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
5.1
Rating
Students
1,182
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
42%
Grant Wood Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
645 26Th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
5
Rating
Students
356
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
47%
Prairie Crossing
publichighK-12
5400 Kirkwood Blvd Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
5
Rating
Students
67
Student-Teacher
4:1
ELA Proficiency
50%
Math Proficiency
50%
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
300 13Th St Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
4.8
Rating
Students
484
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
58%
Math Proficiency
38%
Thomas Jefferson High School
publichighGrade 9-12
1243 20Th St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
4.7
Rating
Students
1,501
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
55%
Math Proficiency
38%
Van Buren Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
2525 29Th St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
4.5
Rating
Students
429
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
47%
Harrison Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1310 11Th St Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
4.5
Rating
Students
277
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
37%
Hoover Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
4141 Johnson Ave Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
4.2
Rating
Students
420
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
32%
Grant Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
254 Outlook Dr Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
3.7
Rating
Students
312
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
42%
Cleveland Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
2200 1St Ave Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
3.7
Rating
Students
254
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
37%
Johnson Steam Academy School
publicelementaryK-5
355 18Th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
3.5
Rating
Students
324
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
32%
Cedar River Academy At Taylor
publicelementaryPK-5
720 7Th Ave Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
2.2
Rating
Students
355
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
17%
Metro High School
publichighGrade 9-12
1212 7Th St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
2
Rating
Students
288
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
12%
Trailside Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
2630 B Avenue Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
0
Rating
Students
429
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
City View High
publichighGrade 9-11
501 1St St Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
0
Rating
Students
100
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Truman Early Learning Center
publicelementaryPK-PK
441 West Post Road Nw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
0
Rating
Students
279
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Prairie Early Childhood Center
publicelementaryPK-PK
125 Prairie Hill Ct Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
0
Rating
Students
74
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa is home to 41 schools serving over 20,705 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Cedar Rapids, Iowa?
There are 41 schools in Cedar Rapids, serving 20,705 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Cedar Rapids?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Cedar Rapids include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Cedar Rapids?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Cedar Rapids is 16.3:1.