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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.
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.
Western Hills Elementary SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 9 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Crossroads Park Grade SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 8 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.

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

West Des MoinesIowaU.S.
Median household income $62,469 $47,329 $49,199
Cost of living (% of national avg)91% 80% 100%
Unemployment 3% 3% 4%
Violent crime index (1 is lowest)123
Days per year with some sun: 200
Days per year with some precipitation: 108		More about this data
Source: Sperling's Best Places
Population: 54,651

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