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Park Ave Elementary School

3141 Sw 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States
+1 (515) 242-8429
4.0
Overall Rating

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Park Ave Elementary School Overview

About This School

Park Ave Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 380 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 37% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 28 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. A single counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic makeup includes 39% White, 28% Hispanic, 22% Black, 5% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian students.

380
Total Students
K-5
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
28 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts37%
Mathematics42%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-5
County
Polk County
Students per Counselor
380:1

Park Ave 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%
42%
Mathematics
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 65%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.4:1
State Avg: 14.5:1
380
Students per Counselor

Park Ave Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
28

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 Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor380:1

Park Ave Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.05%
Male
48.95%
Female
Total Enrollment: 380 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White38.95%
Hispanic27.63%
Asian4.47%
Black22.11%
Two or More Races5.26%
Native American0.79%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Park Ave Elementary School

Q: What is Park Ave Elementary School?

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

Q: How many students attend Park Ave Elementary School?

A: Park Ave Elementary School has approximately 380 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Park Ave Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Park Ave Elementary School

Park Ave Elementary School is a public elementary in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 380 students in grades K-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 37% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 28 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $72,552. A single counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic makeup includes 39% White, 28% Hispanic, 22% Black, 5% Two or More Races, and 4% Asian students.

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 Park Ave Elementary School - Des Moines, IA

Quick Facts about Park Ave Elementary School
School NamePark Ave Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-5
Location3141 Sw 9Th St, Des Moines, IA 50315, Des Moines, IA
CountyPolk County
Phone+1 (515) 242-8429
Total Students380
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers28
Rating4/10
ELA Proficiency37%
Math Proficiency42%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Park Ave Elementary School

What is Park Ave Elementary School?

Park Ave Elementary School is a elementary public located in Des Moines.

How many students attend Park Ave Elementary School?

Park Ave Elementary School has approximately 380 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Ave Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Ave Elementary School is 13:1.

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