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Perkins Elementary School

4301 College, Des Moines, IA 50311, United States
+1 (515) 242-8430
6.2
Overall Rating

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Perkins Elementary School Overview

About This School

Perkins Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 438 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate steady performance with 62% proficiency in ELA and 62% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 54% male and 46% female. The demographic makeup includes 43% White, 22% Hispanic, 19% Black, 10% Two or More Races, and 5% Asian students.

438
Total Students
K-5
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
29 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts62%
Mathematics62%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
438:1

Perkins Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

62%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
62%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
438
Students per Counselor

Perkins Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
29

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 Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor438:1

Perkins Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.65%
Male
46.12%
Female
Total Enrollment: 438 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White42.92%
Hispanic22.37%
Asian5.02%
Black19.41%
Two or More Races9.59%
Native American0.46%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perkins Elementary School

Q: What is Perkins Elementary School?

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

Q: How many students attend Perkins Elementary School?

A: Perkins Elementary School has approximately 438 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Perkins Elementary School is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Perkins Elementary School

Perkins Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 438 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate steady performance with 62% proficiency in ELA and 62% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 54% male and 46% female. The demographic makeup includes 43% White, 22% Hispanic, 19% Black, 10% Two or More Races, and 5% Asian students.

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

Quick Facts about Perkins Elementary School
School NamePerkins Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location4301 College, Des Moines, IA 50311, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8430
Total Students438
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers29
Rating6.2/10
ELA Proficiency62%
Math Proficiency62%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Perkins Elementary School

What is Perkins Elementary School?

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

How many students attend Perkins Elementary School?

Perkins Elementary School has approximately 438 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Perkins Elementary School is 15:1.

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