For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 953 students in 50321, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 39 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 50321, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 50321, IA are Jefferson Elementary School and Brody Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50321 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50321, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50321, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2425 Watrous Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8416
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8416
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Brody Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Park Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8443
Des Moines, IA 50321
(515) 242-8443
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50321, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50321, IA include Jefferson Elementary School and Brody Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 50321?
2 public schools are located in 50321.
What percentage of students in 50321 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 50321 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50321?
50321 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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