For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 466 students in 50316, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50316, IA is Hiatt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50316 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50316, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50316, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hiatt Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1430 E. University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7774
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-7774
Grades: 6-8
| 466 students
50316, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1401 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8437
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8437
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50316, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50316, IA include Hiatt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50316?
1 public middle schools are located in 50316.
What is the racial composition of students in 50316?
50316 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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