For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 152 students in Cedar Rapids, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Cedar Rapids, NE are Riverside High School and Riverside Elementary - Cedar Rapids. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cedar Rapids, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Cedar Rapids have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cedar Rapids, NE (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
408 W Dayton St
Cedar Rapids, NE 68627
(308) 358-0640
Cedar Rapids, NE 68627
(308) 358-0640
Gr: 9-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary - Cedar Rapids
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
408 W Dayton St
Cedar Rapids, NE 68627
(308) 358-0640
Cedar Rapids, NE 68627
(308) 358-0640
Gr: PK-5 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cedar Rapids, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Cedar Rapids, NE include Riverside High School and Riverside Elementary - Cedar Rapids.
How many public schools are located in Cedar Rapids?
2 public schools are located in Cedar Rapids.
What is the racial composition of students in Cedar Rapids?
Cedar Rapids public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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