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#97 of 157 private schools in IA

Christ the King School

Elementary School

701 WALL AVE, Des Moines, IA 50315

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

172

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

172

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Iowa private schools

#97 of 157

In Des Moines

#9 of 13

public schools

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About Christ the King School

Christ the King School is a private elementary school in Des Moines, IA. Christ the King School serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ the King School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Christ the King School show 62% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares0.5 pts below IA schools

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
IA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 172 students, Christ the King School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Christ the King School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Christ the King School compares to 57 public schools serving similar grades in Des Moines, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.2:1

This School

14:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

172

This School

393

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.0

This School

4.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 39.5% vs 0%

Black 5.8% vs 0%

Asian 4.1% vs 0%

Christ the King School Des Moines Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Christ the King School (this school)	—	172	13.2:1	6.0
Mitchell Early Childhood Center	0.4 mi	340	21.2:1	2.6
Wright Elementary School	0.7 mi	244	11.1:1	5.5
Morris Elementary School	0.8 mi	498	13.8:1	4.2
South Union Elementary School	1.0 mi	424	11.2:1	4.3
Lovejoy Elementary School	1.2 mi	412	13.3:1	3.5
McCombs Middle School	1.3 mi	644	16.5:1	4.9
Studebaker Elementary School	1.5 mi	553	14.6:1	3.1
Park Ave Elementary School	1.6 mi	408	14.6:1	3.1
Jefferson Elementary School	1.8 mi	306	14.6:1	3.4
Weeks Middle School	2.0 mi	668	16.3:1	4.1
Jackson Elementary School	2.1 mi	495	15:1	3.5
Howe Elementary	2.1 mi	303	12.1:1	4.6
Brody Middle School	2.2 mi	598	18.7:1	3.3
McKinley Elementary School	3.0 mi	269	12.8:1	3.3
River Woods Elementary School	3.1 mi	505	11.7:1	4.7
Walnut Street School	3.7 mi	244	15.2:1	6.0
Downtown School	3.7 mi	235	29.4:1	5.8
Greenwood Elementary School	4.1 mi	307	15.3:1	6.0
Ruby Van Meter	4.3 mi	112	5.1:1	2.5
Edmunds Elementary School	4.4 mi	286	11.4:1	6.0

Showing 20 of 57 schools. View all schools in Des Moines

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IA.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,132.3

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 58%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 172

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IA

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.6% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.0% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 75.5% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 14 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 50.6%

Hispanic 39.5%

Black 5.8%

Asian 4.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

701 WALL AVE, Des Moines, IA 50315

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ the King School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DES MOINES ADVENTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Walnut Street School (rated 6.0/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Mitchell Early Childhood Center Des Moines	0.4 mi	340	2.6
Wright Elementary School Des Moines	0.7 mi	244	5.5
Morris Elementary School Des Moines	0.8 mi	498	4.2
South Union Elementary School Des Moines	1.0 mi	424	4.3
McCombs Middle School Des Moines	1.3 mi	644	4.9
Lovejoy Elementary School Des Moines	1.2 mi	412	3.5
Park Ave Elementary School Des Moines	1.6 mi	408	3.1
Studebaker Elementary School Des Moines	1.5 mi	553	3.1
Lincoln High School Des Moines	2.0 mi	2,441	2.5
DES MOINES ADVENTIST SCHOOL Des Moines	1.7 mi	39	6.5
Jefferson Elementary School Des Moines	1.8 mi	306	3.4
Weeks Middle School Des Moines	2.0 mi	668	4.1
Howe Elementary Des Moines	2.1 mi	303	4.6
Brody Middle School Des Moines	2.2 mi	598	3.3
Jackson Elementary School Des Moines	2.1 mi	495	3.5
ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines	2.8 mi	271	6.5
McKinley Elementary School Des Moines	3.0 mi	269	3.3
Walnut Street School Des Moines	3.7 mi	244	6.0
Downtown School Des Moines	3.7 mi	235	5.8
Virtual Campus Des Moines	3.7 mi	387	2.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 50315 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,036

Median Home Value

$164,000

Median Rent

$977/mo

Population

35,349

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mason City, IA	239	6.0
ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Decorah, IA	138	6.0
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL De Witt, IA	150	6.0
Shannon Elementary School Monticello, IA	159	6.0
Van Buren County Community School District Harmony Center Keosauqua, IA	175	6.0
H-L-V Elementary School Victor, IA	160	5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ the King School

What grades does Christ the King School serve?

Christ the King School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Christ the King School?

Christ the King School has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ the King School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christ the King School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christ the King School rank in IA?

Christ the King School ranks #97 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Christ the King School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ the King School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Christ the King School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Christ the King School has 62% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Christ the King School a private school?

Yes, Christ the King School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Christ the King School a religious school?

Christ the King School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 30 Some Transit
Bike Score: 38 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 172
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.7 hours
Days Per Year: 169 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Polk County
Phone: (515) 285-3349

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