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East High School

815 E 13Th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, United States
+1 (515) 242-7788
4.0
Overall Rating

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East High School Overview

About This School

East High School is a public high in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 1,952 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 48% in ELA and 31% in math. The school maintains a staff of 89 teachers with an average salary of $72,552 and a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 287 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 46% Hispanic, 25% White, 17% Black, 7% Asian, and 5% students of two or more races.

1,952
Total Students
Grade 9-12
21:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
89 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts48%
Mathematics31%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
287:1

East High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

48%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
31%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

21:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
287
Students per Counselor

East High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
89

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 Ratio21:1
Students per Counselor287:1

East High School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.77%
Male
47.08%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,952 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White24.8%
Hispanic45.59%
Asian6.66%
Black17.11%
Two or More Races4.82%
Native American0.61%

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Frequently Asked Questions About East High School

Q: What is East High School?

A: East High School is a high public located in Des Moines.

Q: How many students attend East High School?

A: East High School has approximately 1,952 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at East High School is 21:1.

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Detailed Information about East High School

East High School is a public high in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 1,952 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 48% in ELA and 31% in math. The school maintains a staff of 89 teachers with an average salary of $72,552 and a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 287 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 46% Hispanic, 25% White, 17% 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 East High School - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about East High School
School NameEast High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location815 E 13Th St, Des Moines, IA 50316, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-7788
Total Students1,952
Student-Teacher Ratio21:1
Full-Time Teachers89
Rating4/10
ELA Proficiency48%
Math Proficiency31%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about East High School

What is East High School?

East High School is a high public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend East High School?

East High School has approximately 1,952 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East High School?

The student-teacher ratio at East High School is 21:1.

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