These are some of the top-rated public schools in Des Moines based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Des Moines Independent Community School District
31,720 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 62 schools -
West Des Moines Community School District
9,248 students | WEST DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 14 schools -
Southeast Polk Community School District
7,139 students | ALTOONA, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 11 schools -
Saydel Community School District
1,309 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 3 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Des Moines
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Parent / Guardian
July 30, 2024
The Principal is awful. It's a shame cause there are some good teachers.
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Merrill Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 19, 2024
This school has been terrible for my son and 2 of my nieces as well. They don't care about the students and seem to only be there for a paycheck. The lunches are not even bare minimum and most the... More
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Studebaker Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
July 12, 2024
Middle School with great teachers and administration.
Review for
Callanan Middle School
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