Best Public Schools in Urbandale, IA

The city of Urbandale, Iowa is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area generally perform above the state average, with a few standout institutions like Walnut Hills Elementary School and Webster Elementary School ranking among the top schools in the state.

While the Urbandale Community School District as a whole is ranked 175 out of 309 in Iowa, there is significant variation in performance between the district's schools. The higher-ranked Waukee Community School District schools, such as Radiant Elementary and Walnut Hills Elementary, consistently outperform the Urbandale schools, suggesting the influence of district-level factors on individual school performance.

The data also reveals disparities in spending and student demographics within the Urbandale district, with schools like Olmsted Elementary and Karen Acres Elementary having lower test scores and higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This highlights the need to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students, regardless of their background or the district they attend.