For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 399 students in 52214, IA.
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 52214 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52214, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52214, IA Public Schools (2026)
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 Public Schools (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 schools in 52214, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52214, IA include Central City Elementary School and Central City High School.
How many public schools are located in 52214?
2 public schools are located in 52214.
What is the racial composition of students in 52214?
52214 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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