Best 50320 Iowa Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,149 students in 50320, IA.

The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 50320 have an score of 46% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and score of 45% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50320, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50320, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

River Woods Elementary School

(Math: 52% | Reading: 38%)
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2929 Se 22nd St
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%)
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201 Sw County Line Rd
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 elementary schools in 50320, IA?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50320, IA include River Woods Elementary School and Mccombs Middle School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 50320?

2 public elementary schools are located in 50320.

What is the racial composition of students in 50320?

50320 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).