For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 257 students in 50309, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 50309, IA is Walnut Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 50309 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 50309, IA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50309, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walnut Street School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
901 Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 242-8438
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 242-8438
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 50309, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 50309, IA include Walnut Street School.
How many public preschools are located in 50309?
1 public preschools are located in 50309.
What is the racial composition of students in 50309?
50309 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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