Best 52405 Iowa Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,373 students in 52405, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 52405, IA are Maple Grove Elementary School and West Willow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 52405 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 52405, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52405, IA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1300 38th St Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-2471
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
West Willow Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6225 1st Ave Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3130
Gr: PK-5 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
441 West Post Road Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 558-3962
Gr: PK | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 52405, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 52405, IA include Maple Grove Elementary School and West Willow Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 52405?
3 public preschools are located in 52405.
What is the racial composition of students in 52405?
52405 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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