For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,908 students in 50265, IA (there are 4 private schools, serving 2,203 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 50265, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50265, IA are Jordan Creek Elementary School, Fairmeadows Elementary School and Stilwell Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50265 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50265, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50265, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jordan Creek Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4105 Fuller Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
Grades: PK-6
| 646 students
Rank: #22.
Fairmeadows Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
807 23rd St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
Grades: PK-6
| 545 students
Rank: #33.
Stilwell Junior High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Vine St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
Grades: 7-8
| 644 students
Rank: #44.
Valley Southwoods
(Math: 57% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
625 S 35th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
Grades: 9
| 744 students
Rank: #55.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
713 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
Grades: PK-6
| 581 students
Rank: #66.
Western Hills Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 39th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
Grades: PK-6
| 560 students
Rank: #77.
Walnut Creek Campus
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1020 8th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6480
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6480
Grades: 9-12
| 165 students
Rank: n/an/a
3350 Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5071
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5071
Grades: PK
| 23 students
50265, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1020 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
Grades: K-6
| 259 students
415 7th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
Grades: PK-3
| 180 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50265, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50265, IA include Jordan Creek Elementary School, Fairmeadows Elementary School and Stilwell Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 50265?
8 public schools are located in 50265.
What percentage of students in 50265 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 50265 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50265?
50265 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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