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Best Middle Schools in Des Moines, Iowa
Compare 14 middle schools in Des Moines. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
14
Middle Schools
Public & Charter Schools
32,298
Total Students
Across Des Moines
14.4:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
14 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score44%
ELA Assessment Score52%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)5 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)9 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓7% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 688 students at Weeks Middle School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
About Middle Schools in Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa offers 14 middle schools providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school. These schools focus on bridging foundational learning with advanced academic preparation.
Cowles Elementary School
publicmiddlePK-8
6401 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50324
8.2
Rating
Students
392
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
77%
Merrill Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
5301 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
6.6
Rating
Students
657
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
60%
Clive Learning Academy
publicmiddlePK-6
1600 73Rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50324
6.2
Rating
Students
551
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
63%
Math Proficiency
61%
Findley Elementary School
publicmiddleK-6
3025 Oxford Street, Des Moines, IA 50313
5.7
Rating
Students
324
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
57%
Woodside Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 5-8
5810 Ne 14Th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
5
Rating
Students
396
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
46%
Callanan Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3010 Center Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
4.8
Rating
Students
553
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
45%
Brody Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2501 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321
4.6
Rating
Students
641
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
49%
Math Proficiency
42%
Mccombs Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
201 Sw County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320
4.3
Rating
Students
670
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
47%
Math Proficiency
38%
Hoyt Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
2700 E 42Nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
4.1
Rating
Students
455
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
31%
Meredith Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
4827 Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310
4.1
Rating
Students
662
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
46%
Math Proficiency
36%
Goodrell Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3300 E. 29Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317
3.6
Rating
Students
511
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
31%
Weeks Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
901 East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
3.6
Rating
Students
688
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
38%
Math Proficiency
33%
Harding Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
203 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
3.4
Rating
Students
603
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
38%
Math Proficiency
30%
Hiatt Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1430 E. University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
3.2
Rating
Students
488
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
33%
Math Proficiency
31%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many middle schools are in Des Moines, Iowa?
There are several middle schools in Des Moines, providing education for students transitioning from elementary to high school with comprehensive academic programs.
What is the best middle school in Des Moines?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated middle schools in Des Moines include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all middle schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Des Moines?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Des Moines is 14.4:1.