For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 443 students in 52401, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 52401, IA is Metro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 52401 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 52401, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 52401 have a Graduation Rate of 22%, which is less than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Metro High School, with 20-24% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52401, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metro High School
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1212 7th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-3100
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-3100
Grades: 9-12
| 343 students
Rank: n/an/a
501 1st St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-2000
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-2000
Grades: 9-10
| 100 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 52401, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 52401, IA include Metro High School.
How many public high schools are located in 52401?
2 public high schools are located in 52401.
What is the racial composition of students in 52401?
52401 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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