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Cowles Elementary School

6401 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50324, United States
+1 (515) 242-7818
8.2
Overall Rating

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Cowles Elementary School Overview

About This School

Cowles Elementary School is a public middle in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 392 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 87% proficiency in ELA and 77% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, supported by a staff of 23 teachers with an average salary of $72,552. One counselor is available to support the entire student body. The student population at Cowles Elementary School is 54% female and 46% male. Regarding ethnicity, the student body is 79% White, 9% Two or More Races, 8% Hispanic, 3% Asian, and 1% Black.

392
Total Students
PK-8
16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts87%
Mathematics77%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
392:1

Cowles Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

87%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
77%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

16:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
392
Students per Counselor

Cowles Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
23

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 Ratio16:1
Students per Counselor392:1

Cowles Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

45.92%
Male
53.83%
Female
Total Enrollment: 392 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White78.57%
Hispanic7.65%
Asian3.06%
Black1.02%
Two or More Races9.18%
Native American0.26%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cowles Elementary School

Q: What is Cowles Elementary School?

A: Cowles Elementary School is a middle public located in Des Moines.

Q: How many students attend Cowles Elementary School?

A: Cowles Elementary School has approximately 392 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Cowles Elementary School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Cowles Elementary School

Cowles Elementary School is a public middle in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 392 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate strong performance with 87% proficiency in ELA and 77% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, supported by a staff of 23 teachers with an average salary of $72,552. One counselor is available to support the entire student body. The student population at Cowles Elementary School is 54% female and 46% male. Regarding ethnicity, the student body is 79% White, 9% Two or More Races, 8% Hispanic, 3% Asian, and 1% Black.

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

Quick Facts about Cowles Elementary School
School NameCowles Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location6401 College Ave, Des Moines, IA 50324, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-7818
Total Students392
Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Full-Time Teachers23
Rating8.2/10
ELA Proficiency87%
Math Proficiency77%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Cowles Elementary School

What is Cowles Elementary School?

Cowles Elementary School is a middle public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend Cowles Elementary School?

Cowles Elementary School has approximately 392 students enrolled.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Cowles Elementary School is 16:1.

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