Tanager Place School serves 22 students in grades 3-11. The student:teacher of Tanager Place School is 4:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-11
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Tanager Place School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Associate
Norah Hammond
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspire. Empower. Heal.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Tanager Place School often compared to?
Tanager Place School is often viewed alongside schools like Anna B Lawther Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Tanager Place School's ranking?
Tanager Place School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Tanager Place School?
The application deadline for Tanager Place School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tanager Place School located?
Tanager Place School is located in the Southwest Area neighborhood of Cedar Rapids, IA. There are 1 other private schools located in Southwest Area.
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The nearest high school to Tanager Place School is Cedar Valley Christian School (3.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Holy Family School St. Ludmila Center (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is All Saints Catholic School (1.8 miles away)
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(319) 362-6952
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(319) 362-6952
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(319) 366-7462
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(319) 362-9512
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(319) 981-9950
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(319) 363-4110
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
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Downtown Cedar Rapids KinderCare
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(319) 362-0207
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 362-0207
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Gr: NS-PK
St. Patrick Middle School
(Catholic)
509 A Avenue Nw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 363-1027
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 363-1027
2.2 miles
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(319) 366-7462
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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(319) 362-9512
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(319) 362-9512
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Gr: PK-12 | 422 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
6300 42nd Street Ne
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(319) 294-6635
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
(319) 294-6635
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(Catholic)
215 21st Ave Sw
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(319) 981-9950
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 981-9950
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(319) 363-4110
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
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509 A Avenue Nw
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(319) 363-1027
Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
(319) 363-1027
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(319) 362-6952
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 362-6952
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(319) 366-7462
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
3.1 miles
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(Catholic)
720 29th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 363-4110
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 175 students
Downtown Cedar Rapids KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
615 1st Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 362-0207
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 362-0207
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
1361 7th Avenue SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 362-6952
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 362-6952
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 234 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
3636 Cottage Grove Ave Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 366-7462
3.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
1635 Linmar Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
(319) 362-9512
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 422 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
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Bottom 50%10
254 Outlook Dr Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 558-2020
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 558-2020
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 J St Sw
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 558-3387
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
(319) 558-3387
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 422 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1212 7th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-3100
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-3100
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 288 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
501 1st St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-2000
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 558-2000
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-11 | 100 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
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620 10th St Se
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2348
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
(319) 558-2348
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Gr: 6-8 | 426 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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