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Howe Elementary

2900 Indianola, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States
+1 (515) 242-8413
4.7
Overall Rating

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Howe Elementary Overview

About This School

Howe Elementary is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 297 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 47% proficiency in ELA and 47% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 44% Hispanic, 23% White, 21% Black, 7% Asian, and 5% students of two or more races.

297
Total Students
K-5
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
25 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics47%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
297:1

Howe Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
47%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
297
Students per Counselor

Howe Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
25

Average Teacher Salary

$72,552
City Avg: $71,966
State Avg: $66,994

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor297:1

Howe Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.53%
Male
47.47%
Female
Total Enrollment: 297 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White22.9%
Hispanic44.11%
Asian7.41%
Black20.54%
Two or More Races4.71%
Native American0.34%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Howe Elementary

Q: What is Howe Elementary?

A: Howe Elementary is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

Q: How many students attend Howe Elementary?

A: Howe Elementary has approximately 297 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about Howe Elementary

Howe Elementary is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 297 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 47% proficiency in ELA and 47% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 25 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 44% Hispanic, 23% White, 21% Black, 7% Asian, and 5% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Howe Elementary - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about Howe Elementary
School NameHowe Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location2900 Indianola, Des Moines, IA 50315, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8413
Total Students297
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers25
Rating4.7/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency47%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Howe Elementary

What is Howe Elementary?

Howe Elementary is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend Howe Elementary?

Howe Elementary has approximately 297 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Howe Elementary is 11:1.

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