For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 10,133 students in 50263, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 50263, IA are Waukee Elementary School, Waukee Middle School and Grant Ragan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50263 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50263, IA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50263, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waukee Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
850 6th St
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5193
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5193
Gr: K-5 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Waukee Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
905 S. Warrior Lane
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5177
Gr: 6-8 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Grant Ragan Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
645 Ne Dartmoor Drive
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-0435
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-0435
Gr: K-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Prairieview School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
655 Se University Ave
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-2770
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-2770
Gr: 9 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Northwest High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
655 Nw 10th St
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Gr: 10-12 | 1,574 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Timberline School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2605 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-9444
Gr: 8-9 | 992 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Eason Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
605 Se Boone Dr
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5200
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5200
Gr: K-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
South Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2350 Se La Grant Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-3222
Gr: 6-7 | 1,092 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #99.
Waukee High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
555 Se University Avenue
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5163
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5163
Gr: 10-12 | 1,375 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
965 Ashworth Rd
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Gr: K-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
1455 Nw Douglas Parkway
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5161
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
430 Ashowrth Dr
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Waukee, IA 50263
(515) 987-5160
Gr: PK | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 50263, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 50263, IA include Waukee Elementary School, Waukee Middle School and Grant Ragan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 50263?
13 public schools are located in 50263.
What is the racial composition of students in 50263?
50263 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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