For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,010 students in 50313, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50313, IA are Woodside Middle School and Harding Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 50313 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50313, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50313, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 50313, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50313, IA include Woodside Middle School and Harding Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50313?
2 public middle schools are located in 50313.
What is the racial composition of students in 50313?
50313 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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