For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,964 students in 50266, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50266, IA are Brookview Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Westridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50266 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 66%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50266, IA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50266, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brookview Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8000 E.p. True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
Grades: K-5
| 642 students
Rank: #22.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1455 98th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Rank: #33.
Westridge Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5500 E P True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
Grades: PK-6
| 775 students
Rank: #44.
Woodland Hills Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1120 South 95th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
Grades: K-5
| 569 students
Rank: #55.
Crossroads Park Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1050 50th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
Grades: K-6
| 539 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50266, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50266, IA include Brookview Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Westridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50266?
5 public elementary schools are located in 50266.
What is the racial composition of students in 50266?
50266 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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