For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,077 students in 52405, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52405, IA are Taft Middle School and Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 52405 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 52405, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52405, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Taft Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5200 E Ave Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2243
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2243
Gr: 6-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 13th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2153
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2153
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 52405, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 52405, IA include Taft Middle School and Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 52405?
2 public middle schools are located in 52405.
What is the racial composition of students in 52405?
52405 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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