Question 1

Is 50265 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 50265 in West Des Moines has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the West Des Moines city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 50265 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 50265?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 50265 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 50265. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 50265 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in West Des Moines. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 50265?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 50265 is approximately $313K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 50265 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 50265 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 50265 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 50265 has an overall NeighborScore of 64/100, placing it in the moderate range for West Des Moines. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 64/100, 50265 scores similarly to the middle tier of West Des Moines neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

West Des Moines — ZIP 50265

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Jordan Creek Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Valley Southwoods	09–09	—	—	—
Hillside Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Fairmeadows Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Stilwell Junior High School	07–08	—	—	—
Western Hills Elementary School	PK–06	—	—	—
Learning Resource Center	PK–PK	—	—	—