For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 454 students in 50309, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50309, IA are Downtown School and Walnut Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50309 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50309, IA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50309, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downtown School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 284-5848
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 284-5848
Gr: K-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Walnut Street School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
901 Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 242-8438
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 242-8438
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50309, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50309, IA include Downtown School and Walnut Street School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50309?
2 public elementary schools are located in 50309.
What is the racial composition of students in 50309?
50309 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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