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Best 50111 Iowa Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,161 students in 50111, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50111, IA are North Ridge Elementary School, South Prairie Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 50111 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 50111, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Best 50111, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
400 Nw 27th St
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-5674
Gr: K-4 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
South Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
500 S James St
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-4057
Gr: K-4 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
500 Ne Beaverbrooke Blvd
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 300-9627
Gr: PK-4 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Dallas Center-grimes Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1400 Vine Street
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 992-4343
Gr: 5-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Dallas Center Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1205 13th St
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 992-3838
Gr: K-4 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 50111 Iowa

50111, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Dallas Center-grimes Community High School (Closed 2023)
3353 240th Street
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-9747
Gr: 9-12 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Metro West Learning Academy (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
11500 Nw 54th Ave
Grimes, IA 50111
(515) 986-3171
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 50111, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 50111, IA include North Ridge Elementary School, South Prairie Elementary School and Heritage Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 50111?
5 public elementary schools are located in 50111.
What is the racial composition of students in 50111?
50111 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

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