For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 964 students in 50316, IA.
The top ranked public preschools in 50316, IA are Capitol View Elementary School and Carver Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50316 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50316, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50316, IA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Capitol View Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 E. 16th
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8402
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8402
Grades: PK-5
| 545 students
Rank: #22.
Carver Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
705 E University Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8418
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8418
Grades: PK-5
| 419 students
50316, Iowa 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1401 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8437
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 242-8437
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 50316, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 50316, IA include Capitol View Elementary School and Carver Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50316?
2 public preschools are located in 50316.
What is the racial composition of students in 50316?
50316 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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