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Downtown School

1800 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309, United States
+1 (515) 284-5848
7.7
Overall Rating

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Downtown School Overview

About This School

Downtown School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 197 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 82% proficiency in ELA and 72% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 14 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 218 students. The student body is 58% male and 42% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 68% White, 13% Hispanic, 10% Two or More Races, 8% Black, and 2% Asian.

197
Total Students
K-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
14 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts82%
Mathematics72%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
218:1

Downtown School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

82%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
72%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
218
Students per Counselor

Downtown School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
14

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 Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor218:1

Downtown School Student Demographics

Student Body

57.87%
Male
42.13%
Female
Total Enrollment: 197 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White67.51%
Hispanic13.2%
Asian1.52%
Black8.12%
Two or More Races9.64%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Downtown School

Q: What is Downtown School?

A: Downtown School is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

Q: How many students attend Downtown School?

A: Downtown School has approximately 197 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Downtown School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Downtown School

Downtown School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 197 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 82% proficiency in ELA and 72% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 14 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 218 students. The student body is 58% male and 42% female. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 68% White, 13% Hispanic, 10% Two or More Races, 8% Black, and 2% Asian.

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

Quick Facts about Downtown School
School NameDowntown School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location1800 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 284-5848
Total Students197
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers14
Rating7.7/10
ELA Proficiency82%
Math Proficiency72%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown School

What is Downtown School?

Downtown School is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend Downtown School?

Downtown School has approximately 197 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Downtown School?

The student-teacher ratio at Downtown School is 13:1.

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