For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,117 students in 50313, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50313, IA are Cornell Elementary School, Woodside Middle School and Findley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50313 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50313, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50313, IA 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornell Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5817 Ne 3rd St
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 244-8173
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 244-8173
Gr: PK-4 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Woodside Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5810 Ne 14th St
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 265-3451
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 265-3451
Gr: 5-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Findley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3025 Oxford Street
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-8407
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-8407
Gr: K-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Saydel High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5601 Ne 7th St
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 262-9325
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 262-9325
Gr: 9-12 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
North High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 Holcomb Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-7200
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,514 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Oak Park
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3928 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-8428
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-8428
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Harding Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
203 E Euclid Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-8445
Des Moines, IA 50313
(515) 242-8445
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50313, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50313, IA include Cornell Elementary School, Woodside Middle School and Findley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50313?
8 public schools are located in 50313.
What is the racial composition of students in 50313?
50313 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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