For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 645 students in West Des Moines, IA.
The top-ranked public middle school in West Des Moines, IA is Stilwell Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Des Moines, IA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in West Des Moines have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in West Des Moines, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stilwell Junior High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Vine St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
Gr: 7-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in West Des Moines, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in West Des Moines, IA include Stilwell Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in West Des Moines?
1 public middle schools are located in West Des Moines.
What is the racial composition of students in West Des Moines?
West Des Moines public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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