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#758 of 1,280 schools in IA
Edmunds Elementary School
Elementary School · Des Moines Independent Comm School District
950 15th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#758 of 1,280
In Des Moines
#10 of 64
public schools
In district
#6 of 59
Des Moines Independent Comm School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Edmunds Elementary School
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About Edmunds Elementary School
Edmunds Elementary School is a public elementary school in Des Moines, IA, part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District. Edmunds Elementary School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmunds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Edmunds Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Edmunds Elementary 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.
33% of students at Edmunds Elementary 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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Edmunds Elementary School — Students at Edmunds Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
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: 7.2/10.
How Edmunds Elementary School Compares
See how Edmunds Elementary 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
950 15th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edmunds Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Walnut Street School (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| King Elementary School Des Moines | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Downtown School Des Moines | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Virtual Campus Des Moines | 0.8 mi | 2.1 |
| Walnut Street School Des Moines | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Jessie Franklin Taylor Des Moines | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Moulton Elementary School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Ruby Van Meter Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Callanan Middle School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| North High School Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Carver Elementary Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Monroe Elementary School Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Lincoln High School Des Moines | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Findley Elementary School Des Moines | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Hubbell Elementary Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| East High School Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 2.4 |
| McKinley Elementary School Des Moines | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Roosevelt High School Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,511
Median Home Value
$146,700
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
10,203
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
46.4%
Poverty Rate
36.2%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Des Moines, IA | 6.0 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Des Moines, IA | 6.0 |
| Herbert Hoover Elementary School Bettendorf, IA | 6.0 |
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mason City, IA | 6.0 |
| ROCK VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Valley, IA | 6.0 |
| Van Buren County Community School District Harmony Center Keosauqua, IA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edmunds Elementary School
What grades does Edmunds Elementary School serve?
Edmunds Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Edmunds Elementary School?
Edmunds Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmunds Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edmunds Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edmunds Elementary School rank in IA?
Edmunds Elementary School ranks #758 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Edmunds Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edmunds Elementary 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 Edmunds Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edmunds Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Edmunds Elementary School a charter school?
No, Edmunds Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edmunds Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Edmunds Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edmunds Elementary School?
94.8% of students at Edmunds Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (515) 243-1174
Resources & Links
District
Des Moines Independent Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 30,277
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,518
- District Rank
- #6 of 59
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