For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,308 students in 50312, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50312, IA are Hubbell Elementary School, Merrill Middle School and Hanawalt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50312 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 65% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50312, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50312, IA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hubbell Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Grades: K-5
| 415 students
Rank: #22.
Merrill Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8448
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8448
Grades: 6-8
| 669 students
Rank: #33.
Hanawalt Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
225 56th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8411
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8411
Grades: K-5
| 354 students
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
316 37th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8410
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8410
Grades: K-5
| 220 students
Rank: #55.
Callanan Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3010 Center Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8101
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8101
Grades: 6-8
| 534 students
Rank: #66.
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 elementary schools in 50312, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50312, IA include Hubbell Elementary School, Merrill Middle School and Hanawalt Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50312, IA?
6 public elementary schools are located in 50312, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in 50312, IA?
50312, IA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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