Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year Are Now Open!
Application Process
Be a Part of Our 2026–2027 Class:
Applications Now Open for 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th Grade!
Every student in Iowa deserves access to an exceptional education, and at Cedar Rapids Prep, we deliver on this for your child.
As a public charter school, all students in the state of Iowa who are able to get to our school in person every day are eligible to apply. There are no entrance exams and no tuition; students must simply apply before the deadline to be eligible for admission.
Want to know why families choose Cedar Rapids Prep? Watch the video and hear directly from our students and staff.
Step 1: Fill Out an Application
Simply fill out our online application by submitting your student’s name and contact information, along with parent or guardian details before the February 17, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. deadline.
2025-2026 School Year:
JOIN THE WAITLIST FOR 2025-2026
2026-2027 School Year:
APPLICATION FOR 2026-2027
Step 2: Await a Decision
Families will be notified of their student’s application status by no later than February 24, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. The following outcomes for an application are possible:
Standard Acceptance:
If student capacity has not been reached, all applications submitted by February 17, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. will be accepted. Applications received after this date will be accepted on a rolling basis until all seats are filled.
Lottery (If Needed):
If applications exceed available seats, all applications submitted by the February 17, 2026 deadline will be entered into a blind lottery held on February 24, 2026. Student names will be randomly drawn to fill available spots, with remaining applicants placed on a waitlist in the order drawn.
Families will be notified of their application status within 24 hours of the lottery and must promptly confirm their spot.
Step 3: Enroll
After receiving notification of acceptance, you will be invited to complete the enrollment package, which will include items such as health forms, transcripts, proof of residency, and other relevant documents. Submitting the enrollment forms in a timely manner will secure your student’s spot at Cedar Rapids Prep. Until these forms are received, your student is not officially enrolled at Cedar Rapids Prep. Lack of prompt paperwork, will result in forfeiting your spot.
If you have any questions, please contact Cedar Rapids Prep at info@cedarrapidsprep.org.
Get an Inside Look At the Bison Spirit!
Our 7th grade student, Presley Soukup, and her family were able to attend Governor Reynold`s Condition of the State speech, as her guests this week. During the speech, Governor Reynold`s praised Cedar Rapids Prep for providing an option for families seeking academic excellence and a safe learning environment.
Thank you to the Soukup family for representing our school at the capital. 🦬
Congratulations to our Cedar Rapids Prep Bison on another great win! We are so proud of your hard work today.
#BisonPride #CRPrepBasketball #CedarRapids
It’s more than just a game at Cedar Rapids Prep! 🏀
Coach Hackbarth is most looking forward to seeing our players continue to grow as people and athletes while they get closer as a team. Whether it’s having fun on the court or finding success together, this season is all about building something special. Let’s go, Bisons!
#BisonBasketball #TeamGrowth #CedarRapidsPrepSports #StudentAthletes
Happy Holidays from our Cedar Rapids Prep Family! 🎄
We are so proud of the culture we are building together and the incredible growth our students are making. It has been a fantastic first semester, and we want to wish all our families a restful winter break. We look forward to seeing your beautiful faces back in January 2026!
What an incredible victory for our Bisons, defeating IC West with a final score of 51–14! We are so proud of the hard work and teamwork on display on the court today.
#BisonPride #CRPrepBasketball #BigWin
The ultimate hands-on challenge! Our students put their brain anatomy knowledge to the test with the sheep brain dissection lab. It’s safe to say there were mixed reactions—from excited thumbs-up to nervous concentration! We are proud of every student who faced this rigorous scientific challenge head-on.
#FutureScientists #CedarRapidsPrep
⚠️ Important School Dismissal Notice ⚠️
Due to impending severe weather, Cedar Rapids Prep will dismiss students early today at 1:00 p.m.
All afternoon activities, sports, and after-school programs are CANCELED.
Please ensure your student’s transportation arrangements are adjusted for the 1:00 p.m. dismissal time.
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Please drive safely!
Our students got an amazing look at an Optometry Career with visiting expert Allison Atkinson! She packed her visit with everything from the steps to become an optometrist and different career options, to detailed eye anatomy and common eye diseases. The best part? Students got hands-on experience trying out the specialized equipment she uses! Thank you, Dr. Atkinson, for giving our students such a clear vision of this STEM career!
#Optometry #CedarRapidsPrep
Making math mastery fun! Our 7th-grade students engaged in a dynamic circumference scavenger hunt designed to review the formula and celebrate the season. Students were actively practicing two essential skills: identifying the correct measurement (radius or diameter) and accurately applying the circumference formula at each station. This is how we keep learning rigorous and engaging at CR Prep!
Success tastes like pizza! 🍕 Students who CRUSHED their projected Growth Goals celebrated with a pizza and soda party! We are so proud of our students and the incredible academic growth they are making. Keep setting those goals high, Bisons!
We’ve had some great mentors stop by lately! Our students received a massive dose of real-world STEM exposure, learning about drone technology from both public safety and private industry experts! The Iowa State Troopers presented on the new drone technology they are using and flew the drones for the kids. We also welcomed Wiz and Brian from Fantasy Drone, who were impressed by the students’ questions. Thank you to all our community partners for these incredible experiences!
Taking our skills to the courtroom! Our students participated in the Mock Trial Regional Competition in Waterloo, where they applied real-world skills in a hands-on legal scenario. From preparing witnesses to presenting arguments, they did an AMAZING job! This is how Cedar Rapids Prep prepares students for leadership and success.
Who is eligible to enroll?
Cedar Rapids Prep is currently accepting applications for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Students must be residents of the state of Iowa.
What are the admissions requirements?
Cedar Rapids Prep welcomes all students who have a passion for learning and a desire to grow academically and personally. There are no academic prerequisites or selection criteria.
Do siblings of Cedar Rapids Prep students get priority enrollment?
Siblings of current Cedar Rapids Prep students are automatically given acceptance so long as an application has been received by the February 17, 2026 deadline. If a sibling does not submit an application before the deadline, they are not guaranteed admission. Note that siblings bypass the lottery, before the lottery drawing begins, all siblings that have applied are provided a spot and the remaining spots are filled with non-sibling applicants via the lottery.
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Cedar Rapids Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law in its student admissions process.
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