For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 644 students in 50320, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 50320, IA is Mccombs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50320 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50320, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50320, IA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in 50320, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50320, IA include Mccombs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50320?
1 public middle schools are located in 50320.
What is the racial composition of students in 50320?
50320 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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