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Best High Schools in cedar rapids, IA
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa second largest city, is known for its strong spirit and high standard of living. There are four major public high schools and a number of well-known private schools in the area. Cedar Rapids was recently named Iowa Best City for Young Families because it has a strong real estate market and a lot of different school options. The main goals of education are still to get students ready for college and help them do well in their careers. Local schools are always in the top 40 in the state. Students can choose from a wide range of extracurricular activities, from competitive sports to award-winning music programs.