For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,332 students in 50265, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50265, IA are Jordan Creek Elementary School, Fairmeadows Elementary School and Western Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50265 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50265, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50265, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jordan Creek Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4105 Fuller Rd
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5200
Gr: PK-6 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Fairmeadows Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
807 23rd St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6500
Gr: PK-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Western Hills Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 39th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
713 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6200
Gr: PK-6 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
50265, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1020 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
Gr: K-6 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
415 7th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
Gr: PK-3 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50265, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50265, IA include Jordan Creek Elementary School, Fairmeadows Elementary School and Western Hills Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50265?
4 public elementary schools are located in 50265.
What is the racial composition of students in 50265?
50265 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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