Best Public Schools in 50310 (Des Moines, IA) (2026)

Best 50310 Iowa Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,560 students in 50310, IA (there are , serving 733 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 50310, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 50310, IA are Samuelson Elementary School, Hillis Elementary School and Moore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 50310 have an score of 44% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and score of 49% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50310, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.

Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50310, IA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Samuelson Elementary School

(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
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3929 Bel-aire Rd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8441

Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Rank: #22.

Hillis Elementary School

(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
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2401 56th St
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8412

Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Rank: #33.

Moore Elementary School

(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
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3725 52nd St
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8426

Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Rank: #44.

Hoover High School

(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
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4800 Aurora Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7300

Gr: 9-12 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Rank: #55.

Meredith Middle School

(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
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4827 Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7250

Gr: 6-8 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Rank: #66.

Monroe Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 32%)
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2250 30th St
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8425

Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Rank: n/an/a

Horizon Science Academy Des Moines

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4801 Franklin Ave 2nd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 335-1937

Gr: K-3 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Rank: n/an/a

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

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111 Porter
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8424

Gr: PK | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%

Rank: n/an/a

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

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4000 Lower Beaver Rd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8213

Gr: PK | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 50310, IA?

The top-ranked public schools in 50310, IA include Samuelson Elementary School, Hillis Elementary School and Moore Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 50310?

9 public schools are located in 50310.

What percentage of students in 50310 go to public school?

83% of all K-12 students in 50310 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).

What is the racial composition of students in 50310?

50310 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).