For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,908 students in 50265, IA (there are , serving 2,203 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 50265, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50265, IA are Jordan Creek Elementary School, Stilwell Junior High School and Fairmeadows Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50265 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50265, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50265, IA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jordan Creek Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4105 Fuller Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
Gr: PK-6 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Stilwell Junior High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Vine St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
Gr: 7-8 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Fairmeadows Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
807 23rd St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
Gr: PK-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Valley Southwoods
(Math: 55% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
625 S 35th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-4500
Gr: 9 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Western Hills Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 39th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
713 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
Gr: PK-6 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Walnut Creek Campus
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1020 8th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6480
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6480
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
3350 Mills Civic Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5071
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5071
Gr: PK | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
50265, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1020 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
Gr: K-6 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
415 7th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
Gr: PK-3 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50265, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50265, IA include Jordan Creek Elementary School, Stilwell Junior High School and Fairmeadows Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50265?
8 public schools are located in 50265.
What percentage of students in 50265 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 50265 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50265?
50265 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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