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River Woods Elementary School

2929 Se 22Nd St, Des Moines, IA 50320, United States
+1 (515) 242-8433
4.0
Overall Rating

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River Woods Elementary School Overview

About This School

River Woods Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 493 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 38% in ELA and 41% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 42 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 308:1. Students at River Woods Elementary School are 54% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 47% Hispanic, 19% Black, 18% Asian, 12% White, and 4% individuals identifying with two or more races.

493
Total Students
K-5
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
42 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts38%
Mathematics41%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
308:1

River Woods Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

38%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
41%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
308
Students per Counselor

River Woods Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
42

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 Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor308:1

River Woods Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.55%
Male
46.45%
Female
Total Enrollment: 493 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White11.97%
Hispanic46.86%
Asian17.85%
Black18.86%
Two or More Races4.46%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About River Woods Elementary School

Q: What is River Woods Elementary School?

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

Q: How many students attend River Woods Elementary School?

A: River Woods Elementary School has approximately 493 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at River Woods Elementary School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about River Woods Elementary School

River Woods Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 493 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 38% in ELA and 41% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 42 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. Additionally, the school provides support through a counselor-to-student ratio of 308:1. Students at River Woods Elementary School are 54% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 47% Hispanic, 19% Black, 18% Asian, 12% White, and 4% individuals identifying with two or more races.

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

Quick Facts about River Woods Elementary School
School NameRiver Woods Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location2929 Se 22Nd St, Des Moines, IA 50320, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8433
Total Students493
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers42
Rating4/10
ELA Proficiency38%
Math Proficiency41%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about River Woods Elementary School

What is River Woods Elementary School?

River Woods Elementary School is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend River Woods Elementary School?

River Woods Elementary School has approximately 493 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at River Woods Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at River Woods Elementary School is 11:1.

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