For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,990 students in 50327, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50327, IA are Four Mile Elementary School, Southeast Polk Junior High School and Southeast Polk High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50327 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50327, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50327, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Four Mile Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
670 Se 68th St
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 265-1972
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 265-1972
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Southeast Polk Junior High School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8325 Ne University Ave.
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 967-5509
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 967-5509
Gr: 7-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Southeast Polk High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7945 Ne University Ave.
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 967-6631
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 967-6631
Gr: 10-12 | 1,722 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Pleasant Hill Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4801 E Oakwood Dr
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 242-8432
Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
(515) 242-8432
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50327, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50327, IA include Four Mile Elementary School, Southeast Polk Junior High School and Southeast Polk High School.
How many public schools are located in 50327?
4 public schools are located in 50327.
What is the racial composition of students in 50327?
50327 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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