For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,741 students in 50310, IA (there are 3 private schools, serving 610 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 50310, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50310, IA are Samuelson Elementary School, Hoover High School and Moore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50310 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50310, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50310, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Samuelson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3929 Bel-aire Rd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8441
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8441
Grades: K-5
| 412 students
Rank: #22.
Hoover High School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Aurora Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7300
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 991 students
Rank: #33.
Moore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3725 52nd St
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8426
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8426
Grades: K-5
| 296 students
Rank: #44.
Hillis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2401 56th St
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8412
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8412
Grades: K-5
| 305 students
Rank: #55.
Meredith Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4827 Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7250
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7250
Grades: 6-8
| 664 students
Rank: #66.
Monroe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2250 30th St
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8425
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8425
Grades: K-5
| 423 students
Rank: n/an/a
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines
Charter School
4801 Franklin Ave 2nd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 335-1937
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 335-1937
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
111 Porter
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8424
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8424
Grades: PK
| 395 students
Rank: n/an/a
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
4000 Lower Beaver Rd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8213
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8213
Grades: PK
| 255 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50310, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50310, IA include Samuelson Elementary School, Hoover High School and Moore Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50310?
9 public schools are located in 50310.
What percentage of students in 50310 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 50310 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50310?
50310 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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