For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,234 students in 50314, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50314, IA are Moulton Elementary School, King Elementary School and Edmunds Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50314 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50314, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50314, IA Public Schools (2026)
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 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
King Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1849 Forest Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8417
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8417
Gr: K-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Edmunds Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
950 15th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 243-1174
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 243-1174
Gr: K-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
1801 16th Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8424
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 242-8424
Gr: PK | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50314, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50314, IA include Moulton Elementary School, King Elementary School and Edmunds Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50314?
4 public schools are located in 50314.
What is the racial composition of students in 50314?
50314 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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