For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,646 students in 50322, IA (there are 2 private schools, serving 412 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 50322, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 50322, IA are Karen Acres Elementary School, Urbandale Middle School and Urbandale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50322 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50322, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50322, IA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karen Acres Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3500 74th St
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Gr: K-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Urbandale Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6600
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 892 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Urbandale High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7111 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6800
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,301 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Olmsted Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7110 Prairie Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
3305 92nd St
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
50322, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6301 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Gr: K-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
3500 74th Street
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
6301 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50322, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50322, IA include Karen Acres Elementary School, Urbandale Middle School and Urbandale High School.
How many public schools are located in 50322?
5 public schools are located in 50322.
What percentage of students in 50322 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 50322 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50322?
50322 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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