Best 50316 Iowa Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 964 students in 50316, IA.

The top-ranked public preschools in 50316, IA are Capitol View Elementary School and Carver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 50316 have an score of 35% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and score of 35% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50316, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50316, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Capitol View Elementary School

(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
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320 E. 16th
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8402

Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%

Rank: #22.

Carver Elementary School

(Math: 32% | Reading: 29%)
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705 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8418

Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

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50316, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Wallace Elementary School (Closed 2008)

1401 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8437

Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50316, IA?

The top-ranked public preschools in 50316, IA include Capitol View Elementary School and Carver Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in 50316?

2 public preschools are located in 50316.

What is the racial composition of students in 50316?

50316 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).