For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,062 students in 50316, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 347 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 50316, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50316, IA are Cattell Elementary School, East High School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50316 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50316, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50316, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cattell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3101 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8403
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8403
Grades: K-5
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
East High School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
815 E 13th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7788
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7788
Grades: 9-12
| 2,040 students
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
806 E Hoffman St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8420
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8420
Grades: K-5
| 243 students
Rank: #44.
Capitol View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 E. 16th
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8402
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8402
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #55.
Hiatt Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1430 E. University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7774
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7774
Grades: 6-8
| 529 students
Rank: #66.
Carver Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
705 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8418
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8418
Grades: K-5
| 423 students
50316, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1401 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8437
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8437
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50316, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50316, IA include Cattell Elementary School, East High School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50316?
6 public schools are located in 50316.
What percentage of students in 50316 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 50316 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50316?
50316 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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