For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,305 students in 50263, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50263, IA are Waukee Elementary School, Waukee Middle School and Grant Ragan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50263 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50263, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50263, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waukee Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
850 6th St
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5193
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5193
Gr: K-5 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Waukee Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
905 S. Warrior Lane
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Gr: 6-8 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Grant Ragan Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
645 Ne Dartmoor Drive
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-0435
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-0435
Gr: K-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Eason Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
605 Se Boone Dr
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5200
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5200
Gr: K-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
South Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2350 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Gr: 6-7 | 1,092 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
965 Ashworth Rd
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Gr: K-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
1455 Nw Douglas Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50263, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50263, IA include Waukee Elementary School, Waukee Middle School and Grant Ragan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50263?
7 public elementary schools are located in 50263.
What is the racial composition of students in 50263?
50263 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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