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Meredith Middle School

4827 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, United States
+1 (515) 242-7250
4.1
Overall Rating

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Meredith Middle School Overview

About This School

Meredith Middle School is a public middle in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 662 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 46% in ELA and 36% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 40 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 331 students. The student body is composed of 53% female and 46% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 30% Black, 23% White, 22% Hispanic, 16% Asian, and 8% students of two or more races.

662
Total Students
Grade 6-8
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
40 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts46%
Mathematics36%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
331:1

Meredith Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

46%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
36%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
331
Students per Counselor

Meredith Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
40

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 Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor331:1

Meredith Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

46.22%
Male
53.47%
Female
Total Enrollment: 662 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White23.11%
Hispanic22.05%
Asian15.71%
Black30.21%
Two or More Races7.55%
Native American0.76%

Meredith Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Meredith Middle School

Q: What is Meredith Middle School?

A: Meredith Middle School is a middle public located in Des Moines.

Q: How many students attend Meredith Middle School?

A: Meredith Middle School has approximately 662 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Meredith Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Meredith Middle School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Meredith Middle School

Meredith Middle School is a public middle in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 662 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 46% in ELA and 36% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 40 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 331 students. The student body is composed of 53% female and 46% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 30% Black, 23% White, 22% Hispanic, 16% Asian, and 8% students of two or more races.

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

Quick Facts about Meredith Middle School
School NameMeredith Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location4827 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-7250
Total Students662
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers40
Rating4.1/10
ELA Proficiency46%
Math Proficiency36%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Meredith Middle School

What is Meredith Middle School?

Meredith Middle School is a middle public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend Meredith Middle School?

Meredith Middle School has approximately 662 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meredith Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Meredith Middle School is 16:1.

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