For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 644 students in 50320, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50320, IA is Mccombs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50320 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50320, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50320, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mccombs Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
201 Sw County Line Rd
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8447
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 242-8447
Grades: 6-8
| 644 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50320, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50320, IA include Mccombs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50320?
1 public middle schools are located in 50320.
What is the racial composition of students in 50320?
50320 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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