Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lovejoy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovejoy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lovejoy Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Come Here. Become Here.
School Mascot
None Provided
School Rankings
Lovejoy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lovejoy Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1168 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
33%
13%
Black
27%
7%
White
22%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: None Provided
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lovejoy Elementary School's ranking?
Lovejoy Elementary School is ranked #1168 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lovejoy Elementary School?
412 students attend Lovejoy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lovejoy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lovejoy Elementary School?
Lovejoy Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lovejoy Elementary School offer ?
Lovejoy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lovejoy Elementary School part of?
Lovejoy Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Lovejoy Elementary School located?
Lovejoy Elementary School is located in the Jordan Park neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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