For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,331 students in 50322, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50322, IA are Karen Acres Elementary School, Urbandale Middle School and Olmsted Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50322 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50322, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50322, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karen Acres Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3500 74th St
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Gr: K-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Urbandale Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7701 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6600
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Olmsted Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7110 Prairie Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
3305 92nd St
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
50322, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6301 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5100
Gr: K-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
3500 74th Street
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
6301 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Urbandale, IA 50322
(515) 457-6500
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50322, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50322, IA include Karen Acres Elementary School, Urbandale Middle School and Olmsted Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50322?
4 public elementary schools are located in 50322.
What is the racial composition of students in 50322?
50322 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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