For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 658 students in 50310, IA.
Public preschools in zipcode 50310 have a diversity score of 0.78, which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 0.46.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50310, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: n/an/a
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines
Charter School
4801 Franklin Ave 2nd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 335-1937
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 335-1937
Gr: PK-4 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
111 Porter
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8424
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8424
Gr: PK | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
4000 Lower Beaver Rd
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8213
Des Moines, IA 50310
(515) 242-8213
Gr: PK | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public preschools are located in 50310, IA?
3 public preschools are located in 50310, IA.
What is the racial composition of students in 50310?
50310 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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