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What is the oldest high school in Des Moines?
East High School
East is the oldest high school in the Des Moines metro and is part of the Des Moines Independent Community School District….East High School (Des Moines, Iowa)
| East High School | |
|---|---|
| School district | Des Moines Independent Community School District |
| Superintendent | Thomas Ahart |
| Principal | Leslie Morris |
| Staff | 108.90 (FTE) |
When was East High School Des Moines Iowa built?
1861
East High School/Founded
East High School was established in 1861. Due to increased enrollment, it moved three times. It moved to its present location in 1911. 815 E 13th St.
How many schools does Des Moines have?
Des Moines Public Schools is home to more than 60 elementary, middle and high schools, along with several special schools that serve a wide range of unique needs and interests of our students. From preschool through graduation, these schools provide more educational options than any where in Iowa.
When was Roosevelt High School Des Moines built?
1923
Roosevelt High School/Founded
What is the best school district in Iowa?
The district’s 98% graduation rate is tied for the best in the state….Top School Districts in Iowa, 2020.
| Rank | School District | City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johnston Comm School District | Johnston |
| 2 | Southeast Polk Comm School District | Pleasant Hill |
| 3 | Linn-Mar Comm School District | Marion |
| 4 | Ames Comm School District | Ames |
What school district is West Des Moines in?
West Des Moines Community School District
The district is mostly in Polk County, with a section in Dallas County….
| West Des Moines Community School District | |
|---|---|
| Students and staff | |
| Students | 9,351 (2019-20) |
| Teachers | 592.86 FTE |
| Staff | 614.82 FTE |
What school district is Des Moines Iowa?
Des Moines Independent Community School District
The Des Moines Independent Community School District (The Des Moines Public Schools, or DMPS) is the largest public school district in Iowa….Des Moines Independent Community School District.
| Des Moines Public Schools | |
|---|---|
| Other information | |
| Website | http://www.dmschools.org/ |
How many middle schools are in Des Moines Iowa?
Nearly 7,000 students attend middle school in Des Moines, at traditional schools as well as special programs. Ten comprehensive middle schools – Brody, Callanan, Harding, Goodrell, Hiatt, Hoyt, McCombs, Meredith, Merrill and Weeks – are located throughout the city. Many these offer special educational programming.
What is the smallest school in Iowa?
Diagonal Community School District
With a certified enrollment of 97 students, Diagonal Community School District is the smallest in Iowa.