Below Average
#1103 of 1,280 schools in IA
Callanan Middle School
Middle School · Des Moines Independent Comm School District
3010 Center Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,103 of 1,280
In Des Moines
#28 of 64
public schools
In district
#24 of 59
Des Moines Independent Comm School District
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About Callanan Middle School
Callanan Middle School is a public middle school in Des Moines, IA, part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District. Callanan Middle School serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Callanan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Callanan Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Callanan Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
43% of students at Callanan Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Callanan Middle School — Students at Callanan Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Callanan Middle School Compares
See how Callanan Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3010 Center Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Callanan Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Merrill Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brody Middle School (rated 3.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ruby Van Meter Des Moines | 0.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Des Moines | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Hubbell Elementary Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Downtown School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Virtual Campus Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST AUGUSTIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Roosevelt High School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| King Elementary School Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Monroe Elementary School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Perkins Elementary School Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| BERGMAN ACADEMY Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Jessie Franklin Taylor Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Walnut Street School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Merrill Middle School Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Moulton Elementary School Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Brody Middle School Des Moines | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| HOLY TRINITY Des Moines | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Hanawalt Elementary Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50312 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,720
Median Home Value
$274,400
Median Rent
$1,057/mo
Population
15,492
College Educated
61.9%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
15.8 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.3 |
| Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.2 |
| Glenwood Middle School Glenwood, IA | 4.2 |
| Fort Madison Middle School Fort Madison, IA | 4.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle School Dubuque, IA | 4.4 |
| Aldo Leopold Intermediate School Burlington, IA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Callanan Middle School
What grades does Callanan Middle School serve?
Callanan Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Callanan Middle School?
Callanan Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Callanan Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Callanan Middle School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Callanan Middle School rank in IA?
Callanan Middle School ranks #1,103 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Callanan Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Callanan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Callanan Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Callanan Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Callanan Middle School a charter school?
No, Callanan Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Callanan Middle School a Title I school?
No, Callanan Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Callanan Middle School?
74.0% of students at Callanan Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 543
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (515) 242-8101
Resources & Links
District
Des Moines Independent Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 30,277
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,518
- District Rank
- #24 of 59
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