For the 2025 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 Mccombs Middle School and River Woods Elementary 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 average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mccombs Middle School
(Math: 38% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 644 students
Rank: #22.
River Woods Elementary School
(Math: 41% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 505 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50320, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50320, IA include Mccombs Middle School and River Woods Elementary 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).
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