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King Elementary School

1849 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314, United States
+1 (515) 242-8417
3.2
Overall Rating

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King Elementary School Overview

About This School

King Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 315 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 27% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 24 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 350 students. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 41% Hispanic, 40% Black, 8% Asian, 6% White, and 5% students of two or more races.

315
Total Students
K-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
24 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%
Mathematics27%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
350:1

King Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
27%
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
350
Students per Counselor

King Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
24

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 Counselor350:1

King Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.38%
Male
47.62%
Female
Total Enrollment: 315 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White6.03%
Hispanic40.63%
Asian7.94%
Black40%
Two or More Races4.76%
Native American0.63%

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Frequently Asked Questions About King Elementary School

Q: What is King Elementary School?

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

Q: How many students attend King Elementary School?

A: King Elementary School has approximately 315 students enrolled.

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

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

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Detailed Information about King Elementary School

King Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 315 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 27% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 24 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 350 students. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 41% Hispanic, 40% Black, 8% Asian, 6% White, 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 King Elementary School - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about King Elementary School
School NameKing Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location1849 Forest Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8417
Total Students315
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers24
Rating3.2/10
ELA Proficiency37%
Math Proficiency27%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about King Elementary School

What is King Elementary School?

King Elementary School is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend King Elementary School?

King Elementary School has approximately 315 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King Elementary School?

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

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