For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 966 students in 50317, IA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50317, IA are Hoyt Middle School and Goodrell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 50317 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50317, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50317, IA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hoyt Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 E 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8446
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8446
Gr: 6-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Goodrell Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 E. 29th Street
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8444
Des Moines, IA 50317
(515) 242-8444
Gr: 6-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 50317, IA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 50317, IA include Hoyt Middle School and Goodrell Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50317?
2 public middle schools are located in 50317.
What is the racial composition of students in 50317?
50317 public middle schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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