For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 653 students in 50310, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50310, IA is Meredith Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50310 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50310, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50310, IA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meredith Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4827 Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7250
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-7250
Gr: 6-8 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50310, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50310, IA include Meredith Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50310?
1 public middle schools are located in 50310.
What is the racial composition of students in 50310?
50310 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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