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Hillis Elementary School

2401 56Th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, United States
+1 (515) 242-8412
4.7
Overall Rating

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Hillis Elementary School Overview

About This School

Hillis Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 279 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 47% in ELA and 47% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 24 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $72,552, while the school provides one counselor for every 279 students. Students at Hillis Elementary School are 54% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 36% White, 25% Hispanic, 22% Black, 10% Asian, and 7% Two or More Races.

279
Total Students
K-5
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
24 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics47%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
279:1

Hillis Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
47%
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
279
Students per Counselor

Hillis 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 Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor279:1

Hillis Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

54.48%
Male
45.52%
Female
Total Enrollment: 279 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White35.84%
Hispanic25.45%
Asian10.04%
Black21.51%
Two or More Races6.81%
Native American0.36%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hillis Elementary School

Q: What is Hillis Elementary School?

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

Q: How many students attend Hillis Elementary School?

A: Hillis Elementary School has approximately 279 students enrolled.

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

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

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Detailed Information about Hillis Elementary School

Hillis Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 279 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 47% in ELA and 47% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 24 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $72,552, while the school provides one counselor for every 279 students. Students at Hillis Elementary School are 54% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 36% White, 25% Hispanic, 22% Black, 10% Asian, and 7% Two or More Races.

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

About Hillis Elementary School - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about Hillis Elementary School
School NameHillis Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location2401 56Th St, Des Moines, IA 50310, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8412
Total Students279
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers24
Rating4.7/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency47%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Hillis Elementary School

What is Hillis Elementary School?

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

How many students attend Hillis Elementary School?

Hillis Elementary School has approximately 279 students enrolled.

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

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

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