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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 average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency 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
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Samuelson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
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%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
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%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
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%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
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%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
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%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
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
Charter School
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
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
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).

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