For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,313 students in 50312, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50312, IA are Hanawalt Elementary School, Merrill Middle School and Hubbell 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 58% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 69% 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 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50312, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hanawalt Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
225 56th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8411
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8411
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Merrill Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8448
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8448
Gr: 6-8 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Hubbell Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
316 37th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8410
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8410
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Callanan Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3010 Center Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8101
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8101
Gr: 6-8 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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
Gr: K-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
50312, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bridges (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1800 Grand
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-7552
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-7552
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 32%
800 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8414
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Ruby Van Meter School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
710 28th St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8220
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8220
Gr: 6-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Smouse Opportunity School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2820 Center St
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8210
Des Moines, IA 50312
(515) 242-8210
Gr: PK-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50312, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50312, IA include Hanawalt Elementary School, Merrill Middle School and Hubbell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50312?
6 public elementary schools are located in 50312.
What is the racial composition of students in 50312?
50312 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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