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Lovejoy Elementary School

801 E Kenyon Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States
+1 (515) 242-8419
3.7
Overall Rating

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Lovejoy Elementary School Overview

About This School

Lovejoy Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 394 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 37% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 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 49% male and 51% female. The demographic breakdown includes 34% Hispanic, 27% Black, 22% White, 11% Asian, and 6% students of two or more races.

394
Total Students
K-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
32 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%
Mathematics37%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
437:1

Lovejoy Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

37%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 70%
37%
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
437
Students per Counselor

Lovejoy Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
32

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 Counselor437:1

Lovejoy Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

49.49%
Male
50.51%
Female
Total Enrollment: 394 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White21.57%
Hispanic33.76%
Asian11.42%
Black26.9%
Two or More Races5.84%
Native American0.51%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lovejoy Elementary School

Q: What is Lovejoy Elementary School?

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

Q: How many students attend Lovejoy Elementary School?

A: Lovejoy Elementary School has approximately 394 students enrolled.

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

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

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Detailed Information about Lovejoy Elementary School

Lovejoy Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 394 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 37% proficiency in ELA and 37% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 32 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 49% male and 51% female. The demographic breakdown includes 34% Hispanic, 27% Black, 22% White, 11% Asian, and 6% students of 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 Lovejoy Elementary School - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about Lovejoy Elementary School
School NameLovejoy Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location801 E Kenyon Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8419
Total Students394
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers32
Rating3.7/10
ELA Proficiency37%
Math Proficiency37%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Lovejoy Elementary School

What is Lovejoy Elementary School?

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

How many students attend Lovejoy Elementary School?

Lovejoy Elementary School has approximately 394 students enrolled.

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

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

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