For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 765 students in 50315, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 50315, IA are Jackson Elementary School and Mckinley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 50315 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50315, IA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50315, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3825 Indianola Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 242-8415
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 242-8415
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1610 Se 6th Street
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 242-8423
Des Moines, IA 50315
(515) 242-8423
Gr: PK-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50315, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50315, IA include Jackson Elementary School and Mckinley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 50315?
2 public preschools are located in 50315.
What is the racial composition of students in 50315?
50315 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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