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West Des Moines

West Des Moines is one of the fastest-growing communities in Iowa, offering a perfect mix of suburban charm and modern convenience. The city features upscale shopping centers, diverse dining options, and a variety of recreational facilities. Families are drawn to the area for its excellent schools and safe neighborhoods, while professionals appreciate the easy commute to downtown Des Moines. Housing ranges from stylish townhomes to spacious luxury properties. West Des Moines also offers numerous parks, trails, and community events that foster an active lifestyle. It is a thriving community that balances growth with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.

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Schools In The Area

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Jordan Creek Elementary 515-633-5200 Public PK-6
Crossroads Park Elementary 515-633-5600 Public KG-6
Stilwell Junior High 515-633-6000 Public 7-8
Valley High School 515-633-4000 Public 10-12
Jordan Creek Elementary 515-633-5200 Public PK-6
Crossroads Park Elementary 515-633-5600 Public KG-6
Woodland Hills Elementary School 515-987-5196 Public KG-5
Westridge Elementary 515-633-5400 Public PK-6
Brookview Elementary School 515-987-5166 Public KG-5
Western Hills Elementary 515-633-5900 Public PK-6
Fairmeadows Elementary 515-633-6500 Public PK-6
Maple Grove Elementary School 515-987-3363 Public KG-5
Hillside Elementary 515-633-6200 Public KG-6
Learning Resource Center 515-633-5071 Public PK-PK
St Francis of Assisi School 515-457-7167 Private PK-8
Shepherds Flock Early Learning Center 515-225-1952 Private PK-KG
Sacred Heart School 515-223-1284 Private KG-8
Montessori Children's House 151-577-1690 Private PK-2
Airazi Academy 515-255-0220 Private PK-3
Crossroads Park Elementary 515-633-5600 Public KG-6
Jordan Creek Elementary 515-633-5200 Public PK-6
Woodland Hills Elementary School 515-987-5196 Public KG-5
Brookview Elementary School 515-987-5166 Public KG-5
Westridge Elementary 515-633-5400 Public PK-6
Western Hills Elementary 515-633-5900 Public PK-6
Fairmeadows Elementary 515-633-6500 Public PK-6
Maple Grove Elementary School 515-987-3363 Public KG-5
Hillside Elementary 515-633-6200 Public KG-6
St Francis of Assisi School 515-457-7167 Private PK-8
Airazi Academy 515-255-0220 Private PK-3
Sacred Heart School 515-223-1284 Private KG-8
Montessori Children's House 151-577-1690 Private PK-2
Stilwell Junior High 515-633-6000 Public 7-8
Sacred Heart School 515-223-1284 Private KG-8
St Francis of Assisi School 515-457-7167 Private PK-8
Valley High School 515-633-4000 Public 10-12
Valley Southwoods Freshman High School 515-633-4500 Public 9-9
Walnut Creek Campus 515-633-6480 Public 9-12
Dowling Catholic High School 515-222-1015 Private 9-12

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