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GreatSchools Rating: 8 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
West Des Moines's rating is based on its public schools' test results; 10 is best. Learn more

Top-Rated West Des Moines Public Schools

 
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Brookview Elementary SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 9 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Jordan Creek Elementary SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 9 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Stilwell Junior High SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 9 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Valley High SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 9 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Westridge Elementary SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 9 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
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Hillside Elementary School

5 out of 5 stars

This school has very caring teachers and assisting staff. The principal does not give u...

Posted 22 days ago

Walnut Creek Campus

5 out of 5 stars

I go to Walnut Creek and it is such a blessing. All the teachers here are caring and ev...

Posted 29 days ago

Sayre Montessori School

5 out of 5 stars

Following an unexpected move from the east coast, our 4 year old son was enrolled at Sa...

Posted 29 days ago

What's it like to live in West Des Moines?

West Des MoinesIowaU.S.
Median household income $61,070 $48,191 $51,660
Median home price $166,620 $113,750 $183,450
Cost of living (% of national avg)91% 84% 100%
Unemployment 4% 6% 10%
Violent crime index (1 is lowest)344
Days per year with some sun: 200
Days per year with some precipitation: 108		More about this data
Source: Sperling's Best Places
Population: 56,609
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