For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 711 students in 50311, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50311, IA are Windsor Elementary School and Perkins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50311 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50311, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50311, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Windsor Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5912 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8440
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8440
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Perkins Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4301 College
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8430
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-8430
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
50311, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6401 College Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Gr: K-5 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 70%
6401 College Ave
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Des Moines, IA 50311
(515) 242-7795
Gr: 6-8 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50311, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50311, IA include Windsor Elementary School and Perkins Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50311?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50311.
What is the racial composition of students in 50311?
50311 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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