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#72 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 45% of private schools
Des Moines Adventist School
Elementary School
2317 WATROUS AVE, Des Moines, IA 50321
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Iowa private schools
#72 of 157
In Des Moines
#8 of 13
public schools
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Des Moines Adventist School
Elementary School in Des Moines · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Des Moines Adventist School
Des Moines Adventist School is a private elementary school in Des Moines, IA. Des Moines Adventist School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Des Moines Adventist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Des Moines Adventist 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.
Des Moines Adventist 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
BetaHow Des Moines Adventist School compares to 57 public schools serving similar grades in Des Moines, IA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Des Moines Adventist School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary School | 3.4 |
| Brody Middle School | 3.3 |
| Wright Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Park Ave Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Morris Elementary School | 4.2 |
| South Union Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Mitchell Early Childhood Center | 2.6 |
| Howe Elementary | 4.6 |
| Downtown School | 5.8 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Weeks Middle School | 4.1 |
| Lovejoy Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Walnut Street School | 6.0 |
| McKinley Elementary School | 3.3 |
| Ruby Van Meter | 2.5 |
| McCombs Middle School | 4.9 |
| Callanan Middle School | 4.3 |
| Jackson Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Hanawalt Elementary | 4.6 |
| Edmunds Elementary School | 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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2317 WATROUS AVE, Des Moines, IA 50321
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Des Moines Adventist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERGMAN ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary School Des Moines | 0.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Brody Middle School Des Moines | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Wright Elementary School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Park Ave Elementary School Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Lincoln High School Des Moines | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Morris Elementary School Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| South Union Elementary School Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Mitchell Early Childhood Center Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Downtown School Des Moines | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Virtual Campus Des Moines | 2.4 mi | 2.1 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Des Moines | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Walnut Street School Des Moines | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Ruby Van Meter Des Moines | 2.9 mi | 2.5 |
| BERGMAN ACADEMY Des Moines | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Callanan Middle School Des Moines | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| ST AUGUSTIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Howe Elementary Des Moines | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Des Moines | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50321 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,636
Median Home Value
$294,100
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
7,787
College Educated
41.2%
Homeownership
60.5%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Latimer, IA | 6.5 |
| DANBURY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Danbury, IA | 6.4 |
| NE IOWA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Decorah, IA | 6.6 |
| ZION-ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Paullina, IA | 6.6 |
| MAYFLOWER HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Creston, IA | 6.3 |
| SPAULDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton, IA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Des Moines Adventist School
What grades does Des Moines Adventist School serve?
Des Moines Adventist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Des Moines Adventist School?
Des Moines Adventist School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Des Moines Adventist School?
The student-teacher ratio at Des Moines Adventist School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Des Moines Adventist School rank in IA?
Des Moines Adventist School ranks #72 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Des Moines Adventist School's MySchoolScout rating?
Des Moines Adventist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Des Moines Adventist School a private school?
Yes, Des Moines Adventist School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Des Moines Adventist School a religious school?
Des Moines Adventist School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (515) 285-7729
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