For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 414 students in 52403, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 52403, IA is Mckinley Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 52403 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52403, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52403, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckinley Steam Academy
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
620 10th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2348
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2348
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
52403, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3200 Pioneer Ave Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2176
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2176
Gr: PK-K | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 52403, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 52403, IA include Mckinley Steam Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 52403?
1 public middle schools are located in 52403.
What is the racial composition of students in 52403?
52403 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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