For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 834 students in 50265, IA.
The top ranked public high schools in 50265, IA are Valley Southwoods and Walnut Creek Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50265 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50265, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50265 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walnut Creek Campus, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50265, IA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley Southwoods
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
625 S 35th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
Grades: 9
| 687 students
Rank: #22.
Walnut Creek Campus
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | 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
| 147 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 high schools in 50265, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50265, IA include Valley Southwoods and Walnut Creek Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 50265?
2 public high schools are located in 50265.
What is the racial composition of students in 50265?
50265 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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