For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 671 students in 50311, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50311, IA are Perkins Elementary School and Windsor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50311 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 65% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50311, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50311, IA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Perkins Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4301 College
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8430
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8430
Grades: K-5
| 386 students
Rank: #22.
Windsor Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5912 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8440
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8440
Grades: K-5
| 285 students
50311, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6401 College Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Grades: K-5
| 10 students
6401 College Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Grades: 6-8
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50311, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50311, IA include Perkins Elementary School and Windsor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50311, IA?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50311, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in 50311, IA?
50311, IA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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