For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,149 students in 50320, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50320, IA are River Woods Elementary School and Mccombs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50320 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50320, 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50320, IA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Woods Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2929 Se 22nd St
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8433
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8433
Gr: K-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Mccombs Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Sw County Line Rd
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8447
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8447
Gr: 6-8 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50320, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50320, IA include River Woods Elementary School and Mccombs Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50320?
2 public schools are located in 50320.
What is the racial composition of students in 50320?
50320 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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