For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,009 students in 50314, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50314, IA are Moulton Elementary School, King Elementary School and Edmunds Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50314 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50314, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50314, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Moulton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1541 8th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8427
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8427
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #22.
King Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1849 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8417
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8417
Grades: K-5
| 273 students
Rank: #33.
Edmunds Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
950 15th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 243-1174
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 243-1174
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
50314, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1801 16th St
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8645
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8645
Grades: PK
| 99 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50314, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50314, IA include Moulton Elementary School, King Elementary School and Edmunds Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50314?
3 public elementary schools are located in 50314.
What is the racial composition of students in 50314?
50314 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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