For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 686 students in 50317, IA.
The top ranked public preschool in 50317, IA is Delaware Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50317 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50317, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50317, IA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delaware Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4401 E 46th St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 262-3197
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 262-3197
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Rank: n/an/a
2115 E 39th St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 323-8628
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 323-8628
Grades: PK
| 263 students
50317, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3720 E 29th St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8401
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8401
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
2115 E 39th Street
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8418
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8418
Grades: PK-5
| 207 students
2905 Ne 46th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-3109
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 266-3109
Grades: 4-5
| 198 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 50317, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in 50317, IA include Delaware Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50317?
2 public preschools are located in 50317.
What is the racial composition of students in 50317?
50317 public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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