For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,321 students in 50266, IA (there are 5 private schools, serving 861 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 50266, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 50266, IA are Maple Grove Elementary School, Westridge Elementary School and Brookview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50266 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 68% statewide average). Schools in 50266, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50266, IA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1455 98th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
Grades: K-5
| 687 students
Rank: #22.
Westridge Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5500 E P True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
Grades: PK-6
| 753 students
Rank: #33.
Brookview Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8000 E.p. True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
Grades: K-5
| 590 students
Rank: #44.
Valley High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3650 Woodland Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-4000
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-4000
Grades: 10-12
| 2,048 students
Rank: #55.
Crossroads Park Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1050 50th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
Grades: K-6
| 549 students
Rank: #66.
Woodland Hills Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1120 South 95th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
Grades: K-5
| 694 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50266, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50266, IA include Maple Grove Elementary School, Westridge Elementary School and Brookview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50266, IA?
6 public schools are located in 50266, IA.
What percentage of students in 50266, IA go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 50266, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50266, IA?
50266, IA public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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