For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,925 students in 50323, IA (there are , serving 1,086 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 50323, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 50323, IA are Walnut Hills Elementary School, Webster Elementary School and Radiant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50323 have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50323, IA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50323, IA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walnut Hills Elementary School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4240 156th St
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 987-3585
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 987-3585
Gr: K-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12955 Aurora Avenue
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 331-8600
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 331-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Radiant Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5050 170th St
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 987-5161
Urbandale, IA 50323
(515) 987-5161
Gr: K-5 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50323, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50323, IA include Walnut Hills Elementary School, Webster Elementary School and Radiant Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50323?
3 public schools are located in 50323.
What percentage of students in 50323 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 50323 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50323?
50323 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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