For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 399 students in 52214, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52214, IA are Central City Elementary School and Central City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52214 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52214, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52214, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central City Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Barber Street
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Gr: K-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central City High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 Barber Street
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6182
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6182
Gr: 6-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
52214, Iowa 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Barber Street
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Central City, IA 52214
(319) 438-6181
Gr: 6-8 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 52214, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 52214, IA include Central City Elementary School and Central City High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52214?
2 public elementary schools are located in 52214.
What is the racial composition of students in 52214?
52214 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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