For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 812 students in 50261, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50261, IA are Van Meter Elementary School and Van Meter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50261 have an average math proficiency score of 90% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 93% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50261, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50261, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Meter Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Gr: PK-5 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Van Meter Middle School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
520 1st Ave
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Van Meter, IA 50261
(515) 996-2221
Gr: 6-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50261, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50261, IA include Van Meter Elementary School and Van Meter Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50261?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50261.
What is the racial composition of students in 50261?
50261 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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