📍 Zip Code 50319 · Des Moines, IA

School District for Zip Code 50319

Des Moines Public Schools · 4/10 Rating · Urban District

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School District · Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Public Schools
📍 Polk County, IA · Zip Code 50319
4/10
Rating
32,000
Students
68
Schools
17:1
Student/Teacher
Average Iowa state capital. Urban district. Per-pupil spending: $11,000/year.

Assigned Schools for Zip 50319

Based on NCES 2024 district boundary data · Always verify with district
🏫
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary School · Grades K-5
👥 ~470 students
Academic Rating5/10 — Average
5
Rating
Average
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Des Moines Middle School
Middle School · Grades 6-8
👥 ~940 students
Academic Rating3/10 — Below Average
3
Rating
Below Average
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Des High School
High School · Grades 9-12
👥 ~1,410 students
Academic Rating4/10 — Average
4
Rating
Average
MetricValuevs National Avg
Student Enrollment32,000National avg: 3,700
Number of Schools68National avg: 6
Student/Teacher Ratio17:1National avg: 16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,000/yrNational avg: $13,700
District TypeUrbanUrban / Suburban / Rural
Overall Rating4/10 — AverageBased on state assessments
📌 Always verify: Contact Des Moines Public Schools directly to confirm your exact school assignment before making enrollment or real estate decisions. Boundaries change and open enrollment may be available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What school district is zip code 50319?▼
Zip code 50319 is served by Des Moines Public Schools in Des Moines, IA (Polk County). The district serves approximately 32,000 students across 68 schools and has an overall rating of 4/10 (Average).
What schools are in zip code 50319?▼
Zip code 50319 is served by Des Moines Public Schools. The assigned elementary school is Franklin Elementary School (Grades K-5, rating 5/10), middle school is Des Moines Middle School (Grades 6-8, rating 3/10), and high school is Des High School (Grades 9-12, rating 4/10).
Is Des Moines Public Schools a good school district?▼
Des Moines Public Schools has an overall rating of 4/10 (Average). Iowa state capital. Urban district. The district has a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and spends approximately $11,000 per pupil annually.
How do I verify my school assignment for zip code 50319?▼
Contact Des Moines Public Schools directly to confirm your specific school assignment. While our data is based on NCES 2024 records, school boundaries can change and some districts have open enrollment policies. Always verify before making enrollment or real estate decisions.

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About Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines Public Schools serves zip code 50319 and surrounding areas in Polk County, IA. The district operates 68 schools with a total enrollment of approximately 32,000 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 and per-pupil spending of $11,000/year, Des Moines Public Schools receives an overall academic rating of 4/10 (Average) based on state assessment data, graduation rates, and other publicly available metrics from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). This district faces academic challenges common to many urban districts.