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

Des Moines, Washington 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, Washington

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

There are 9 schools in Des Moines, Washington, serving 5,205 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, Washington, 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 9 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

5,205

Total Students

Across Des Moines

17.1:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

9 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%

ELA Assessment Score41%

🎯 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)8 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 1,846 students at Mount Rainier High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 15:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

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

North Hill Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

19835 8Th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98148

Mount Rainier High School

publichighGrade 9-12

22450 19Th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198

Des Moines Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

22001 9Th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198

26454 16Th Av S, Des Moines, WA 98198

2104 S 247Th St, Des Moines, WA 98198

Pacific Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

22705 24Th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198

22447 24Th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198

Cascade Public Schools

publichighGrade 9-12

22419 Pacific Highway South, Des Moines, WA 98198

615 S 200Th St, Des Moines, WA 98198

Detailed Overview of Schools in Des Moines

Des Moines, Washington is home to 9 schools serving over 5,205 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 →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Des Moines, Washington?

There are 9 schools in Des Moines, serving 5,205 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 17.1:1.

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