For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,000 students in 50266, IA (there are 5 private schools, serving 937 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 50266, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50266, IA are Brookview Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Westridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50266 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50266, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50266, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brookview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8000 E.p. True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
Grades: K-5
| 603 students
Rank: #22.
Maple Grove Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1455 98th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Rank: #33.
Westridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5500 E P True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
Grades: PK-6
| 748 students
Rank: #44.
Woodland Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1120 South 95th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
Grades: K-5
| 537 students
Rank: #55.
Crossroads Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1050 50th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
Grades: K-6
| 521 students
Rank: #66.
Valley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3650 Woodland Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-4000
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-4000
Grades: 10-12
| 2,152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50266, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50266, IA include Brookview Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Westridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50266?
6 public schools are located in 50266.
What percentage of students in 50266 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 50266 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50266?
50266 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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