Best 51��s in 50320 (Des Moines, IA) (2025-26)

Best 50320 Iowa 51��s (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,149 students in 50320, IA.

The top ranked public schools in 50320, IA are River Woods Elementary School and Mccombs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 50320 have an score of 46% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and score of 45% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50320, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.

Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50320, IA 51��s (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

River Woods Elementary School

(Math: 52% | Reading: 38%)
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2929 Se 22nd St
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8433

Gr: K-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Rank: #22.

Mccombs Middle School

(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
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201 Sw County Line Rd
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8447

Gr: 6-8 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 50320, IA?

The top ranked public schools in 50320, IA include River Woods Elementary School and Mccombs Middle School.

How many public schools are located in 50320?

2 public schools are located in 50320.

What is the racial composition of students in 50320?

50320 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).