For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 915 students in 50324, IA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50324, IA are Cowles Elementary School and Clive Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50324 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50324, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50324, IA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cowles Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6401 College Ave
Windsor Heights, IA 50324
(515) 242-7818
Windsor Heights, IA 50324
(515) 242-7818
Gr: PK-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Clive Learning Academy
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 73rd Street
Windsor Heights, IA 50324
(515) 633-5800
Windsor Heights, IA 50324
(515) 633-5800
Gr: PK-6 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 50324, IA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 50324, IA include Cowles Elementary School and Clive Learning Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50324?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50324.
What is the racial composition of students in 50324?
50324 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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