For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,040 students in 50316, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50316, IA is East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50316 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50316, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50316 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East High School, with 71% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50316, IA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
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 high schools in 50316, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50316, IA include East High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50316?
1 public high schools are located in 50316.
What is the racial composition of students in 50316?
50316 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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