For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 644 students in 50314, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50314, IA is Moulton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50314 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50314, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50314, IA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moulton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1541 8th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8427
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8427
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
1801 16th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8424
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8424
Gr: PK | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
50314, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1801 16th St
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8645
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8645
Gr: PK | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50314, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50314, IA include Moulton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50314?
2 public preschools are located in 50314.
What is the racial composition of students in 50314?
50314 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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