Best 50313 Iowa Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 555 students in 50313, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50313, IA is Cornell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50313 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50313, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50313, IA Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornell Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5817 Ne 3rd St
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 244-8173
Gr: PK-4 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50313, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50313, IA include Cornell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50313?
1 public preschools are located in 50313.
What is the racial composition of students in 50313?
50313 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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