For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,180 students in 50312, IA.
The top ranked public high schools in 50312, IA are Roosevelt High School and Ruby Van Meter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 50312 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 63%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 73% statewide average). High schools in 50312, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50312 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Iowa average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Roosevelt High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50312, IA Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Roosevelt High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4419 Center St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-7272
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-7272
Grades: 9-12
| 2,064 students
Rank: #22.
Ruby Van Meter
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
710 28th St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8220
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8220
Grades: K-12
| 116 students
50312, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bridges (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1800 Grand
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-7552
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-7552
Grades: 6-12
| 25 students
800 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Grades: K-5
| 309 students
Ruby Van Meter School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
710 28th St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8220
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8220
Grades: 6-12
| 135 students
Smouse Opportunity School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
2820 Center St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8210
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8210
Grades: PK-8
| 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50312, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50312, IA include Roosevelt High School and Ruby Van Meter.
How many public high schools are located in 50312, IA?
2 public high schools are located in 50312, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in 50312, IA?
50312, IA public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public high schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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