Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Samuelson 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuelson 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
Samuelson Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samuelson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuelson Elementary School is 0.75, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#973 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
3%
Hispanic
11%
12%
Black
27%
7%
White
20%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuelson Elementary School's ranking?
Samuelson Elementary School is ranked #973 out of 1,233 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Samuelson Elementary School?
418 students attend Samuelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Samuelson Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuelson Elementary School?
Samuelson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Samuelson Elementary School offer ?
Samuelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Samuelson Elementary School part of?
Samuelson Elementary School is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuelson Elementary School located?
Samuelson Elementary School is located in the Lower Beaver neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Beaver.
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