Park Ave Elementary School

3141 Sw 9th St
Des Moines, IA 50315
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Park Ave 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 390 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50% in IA
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Park Ave Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Park Ave Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings

Park Ave Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Ave Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IA)
#1153 out of 1221 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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40-44%
64%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Park Ave Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Iowa by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
40-44%
68%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
30%
12%
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Black
17%
7%
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White
44%
73%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.69
This chart display the diversity score of Park Ave Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Iowa by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Park Ave Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Iowa by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Park Ave Elementary School's ranking?
Park Ave Elementary School is ranked #1153 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Park Ave Elementary School often compared to?
Park Ave Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Windsor Elementary School, Altoona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Park Ave Elementary School?
390 students attend Park Ave Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Park Ave Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Ave Elementary School?
Park Ave Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Ave Elementary School offer ?
Park Ave Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Park Ave Elementary School part of?
Park Ave Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.

School Reviews

5   6/3/2022
My child has excelled at this wonderful and diverse school. The fact that they lock the doors during the day has left us feeling so much safer. The teachers have had great communication and so far we have never had bully issues. My child has a severe food allergy and every teacher and the nurse have taken it seriously and always check. I feel lucky that after 3 years here we still feel so good about the experience. They try very hard here, and they are truly a good school. I think bad reviews may be coming from the parents just not communicating properly. This is a good school in our community.
- Posted by Parent - Caringmom
1   10/9/2020
This is my child 3rd yr at this school. All I Can say is rude no concern will not give my child the time of day.
- Posted by Parent - Alex

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 390 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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