Prairie Point

Prairie Point is on Kirkwood Boulevard SW in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in the southern part of the city. The school is for grades 6 and 7. There are about 890 students enrolled. The student–teacher ratio is 15:1. 67% of people are good at math. 75% of people can read well. There are equal numbers of males and females. The school is well-organized and welcoming, with rules and routines that encourage good behavior and academic success. Students do better when they have set schedules and guided lessons. There are homes nearby and community services that are easy to get to. Prices for homes near the school range from $280,000 to $470,000. Parents like the school's organized way of teaching and say that they can always count on updates. Prairie Point is one of the best middle schools in Iowa because its students do better than the state average on tests.

Prairie Point held fall parent-teacher conferences and continues to host competitive basketball matches. Reading proficiency is above state average, and math scores are close. Staff maintain strong communication and consistent academic support. The school is not currently flagged for ESSA intervention

Q1. Does the school emphasize organizational skills?

Ans. Organization is reinforced daily across subjects.

Q2. Are students allowed to change electives mid-year?

Ans. Elective changes are limited and reviewed individually.

Q3. How are late assignments handled?

Ans. Late work policies vary by teacher.

Q4. Is peer tutoring available?

Ans. Peer support may be offered with teacher guidance.

Q5. How does the school support new enrollments mid-year?

Ans. Counseling staff assist with schedule transitions.Prairie Point serves grades 6 and 7 and is located in the southern area of Cedar Rapids.