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South Union Elementary School

4201 South Union, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States
3.6
Overall Rating

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South Union Elementary School Overview

About This School

South Union Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 422 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 38% proficiency in ELA and 33% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 33 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 222 students. The student body is composed of 54% female and 46% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 35% Hispanic, 23% White, 22% Black, 10% Asian, and 10% students of two or more races.

422
Total Students
K-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
33 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts38%
Mathematics33%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
222:1

South Union 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%
33%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
222
Students per Counselor

South Union Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
33

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 Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor222:1

South Union Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

46.21%
Male
53.79%
Female
Total Enrollment: 422 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White22.75%
Hispanic35.31%
Asian9.72%
Black21.56%
Two or More Races9.95%
Native American0.71%

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Frequently Asked Questions About South Union Elementary School

Q: What is South Union Elementary School?

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

Q: How many students attend South Union Elementary School?

A: South Union Elementary School has approximately 422 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at South Union Elementary School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about South Union Elementary School

South Union Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 422 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 38% proficiency in ELA and 33% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 33 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $72,552. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 222 students. The student body is composed of 54% female and 46% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population includes 35% Hispanic, 23% White, 22% Black, 10% Asian, and 10% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology โ†’
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About South Union Elementary School - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about South Union Elementary School
School NameSouth Union Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location4201 South Union, Des Moines, IA 50315, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8409
Total Students422
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers33
Rating3.6/10
ELA Proficiency38%
Math Proficiency33%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about South Union Elementary School

What is South Union Elementary School?

South Union Elementary School is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend South Union Elementary School?

South Union Elementary School has approximately 422 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Union Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Union Elementary School is 12:1.