RATINGS

District Summary Ratings

A larger number of schools in this district are rated below average in school quality.

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Top Rated Schools in This District

These are some of the top-rated public schools in Des Moines Independent Community School District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
ACADEMICS

District Student Progress

This district has a larger number of schools whose students are making less academic progress than their peers at other schools in the state.

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ACADEMICS

Academic Summary

Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
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ACADEMICS

Advanced Courses

Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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District Finances

How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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STUDENT LIFE

Reviews From Schools in Des Moines Independent Community School District

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Parent / Guardian
May 23, 2025
I have had 2 students go through this school and I would not choose any other! The staff is outstanding and the way they handle any issue that comes up is amazing. I cannot praise them enough!
Review for Phillips Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 14, 2025
Love joy is a horrible school my brother went there and he was treated differently they was very worried about what me and my family had going on my brother was stabbed with a pencil and the other kid... More
Review for Lovejoy Elementary School
Current student
January 21, 2025
This school does not enforce bullying rules, there are students that get bullied while teachers walk by, there are some good teachers that care about how students are feeling except for when they are... More
Review for Merrill Middle School
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