For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 644 students in 50265, IA.
The top ranked public middle school in 50265, IA is Stilwell Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 50265 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Iowa public middle school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 71% statewide average). Middle schools in 50265, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle school average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50265, IA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stilwell Junior High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Vine St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6000
Grades: 7-8
| 644 students
50265, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1020 8th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6300
Grades: K-6
| 259 students
415 7th St
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 633-6600
Grades: PK-3
| 180 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 50265, IA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 50265, IA include Stilwell Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 50265?
1 public middle schools are located in 50265.
What is the racial composition of students in 50265?
50265 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Iowa public middle schools average of 25% (majority Hispanic).
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