For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,008 students in 50316, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 347 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 50316, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 50316, IA are Cattell Elementary School, East High School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50316 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50316, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50316, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cattell Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3101 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8403
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8403
Gr: K-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
East High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
815 E 13th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7788
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7788
Gr: 9-12 | 1,952 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
806 E Hoffman St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8420
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8420
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Capitol View Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 E. 16th
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8402
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8402
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Hiatt Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1430 E. University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7774
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7774
Gr: 6-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
705 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8418
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8418
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50316, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50316, IA include Cattell Elementary School, East High School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50316?
6 public schools are located in 50316.
What percentage of students in 50316 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 50316 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50316?
50316 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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