For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 904 students in 50321, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50321, IA are Jefferson Elementary School and Brody Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50321 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50321, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50321, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2425 Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8416
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8416
Grades: K-5
| 306 students
Rank: #22.
Brody Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Park Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8443
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8443
Grades: 6-8
| 598 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50321, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50321, IA include Jefferson Elementary School and Brody Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50321?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50321.
What is the racial composition of students in 50321?
50321 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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