For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,017 students in 50265, IA (there are 4 private schools, serving 2,292 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 50265, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 50265, IA are Stilwell Junior High School, Jordan Creek Elementary School and Fairmeadows Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50265 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in 50265, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50265, IA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stilwell Junior High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Vine St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
Grades: 7-8
| 715 students
Rank: #22.
Jordan Creek Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4105 Fuller Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
Grades: PK-6
| 657 students
Rank: #33.
Fairmeadows Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
807 23rd St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
Grades: PK-6
| 563 students
Rank: #44.
Valley Southwoods
(Math: 62% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
625 S 35th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
Grades: 9
| 766 students
Rank: #55.
Western Hills Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 39th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
Grades: PK-6
| 576 students
Rank: #66.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
713 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
Grades: PK-6
| 586 students
Rank: #77.
Walnut Creek Campus
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1020 8th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6480
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6480
Grades: 9-12
| 129 students
Rank: n/an/a
3350 Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5071
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5071
Grades: PK
| 25 students
50265, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1020 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
Grades: K-6
| 259 students
415 7th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
Grades: PK-3
| 180 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50265, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50265, IA include Stilwell Junior High School, Jordan Creek Elementary School and Fairmeadows Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50265, IA?
8 public schools are located in 50265, IA.
What percentage of students in 50265, IA go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 50265, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50265, IA?
50265, IA public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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