What types of schools are available in Des Moines, Iowa?

Des Moines, Iowa offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Des Moines, Iowa

Q: How many schools are in Des Moines, Iowa?

There are 66 schools in Des Moines, Iowa, serving 32,298 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Des Moines?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Des Moines, Iowa, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 66 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

32,298

Total Students

Across Des Moines

14.4:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

66 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 292 students at Mitchell Early Childhood Center.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 17:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

4000 Lower Beaver Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Jessie Franklin Taylor

publicelementaryPK-PK

1801 16Th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

publicelementaryPK-PK

111 Porter, Des Moines, IA 50310

Mckee Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-PK

2115 E 39Th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Great Oaks High School And Career Center

publichighGrade 9-12

100 East Euclid, Des Moines, IA 50313

Horizon Science Academy Des Moines

publicelementaryPK-4

4801 Franklin Ave 2Nd, Des Moines, IA 50310

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Des Moines

Des Moines, Iowa is home to 66 schools serving over 32,298 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Des Moines, Iowa?

There are 66 schools in Des Moines, serving 32,298 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Des Moines?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Des Moines include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Des Moines?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Des Moines is 14.4:1.

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