For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,075 students in 50266, IA (there are , serving 937 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 50266, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50266, IA are Brookview Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Westridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 50266 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50266, IA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50266, IA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brookview Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8000 E.p. True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5166
Gr: K-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1455 98th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-3363
Gr: K-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Westridge Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5500 E P True Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5400
Gr: PK-6 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Woodland Hills Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1120 South 95th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 987-5196
Gr: K-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Crossroads Park Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1050 50th St
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-5600
Gr: K-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Valley High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3650 Woodland Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-4000
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 633-4000
Gr: 10-12 | 2,111 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50266, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50266, IA include Brookview Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Westridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50266?
6 public schools are located in 50266.
What percentage of students in 50266 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 50266 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50266?
50266 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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