Needs Improvement
#1226 of 1,280 schools in IA
Jessie Franklin Taylor
School · Des Moines Independent Comm School District
1801 16th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 60 schools in Des Moines. Learn more
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,226 of 1,280
In Des Moines
#54 of 64
public schools
In district
#49 of 59
Des Moines Independent Comm School District
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About Jessie Franklin Taylor
Jessie Franklin Taylor is a public school in Des Moines, IA, part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District. Jessie Franklin Taylor serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jessie Franklin Taylor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,226 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Jessie Franklin Taylor 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Jessie Franklin Taylor Compares
See how Jessie Franklin Taylor performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1801 16th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jessie Franklin Taylor may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY TRINITY (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edmunds Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| King Elementary School Des Moines | 0.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Moulton Elementary School Des Moines | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Des Moines | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| North High School Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Monroe Elementary School Des Moines | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Findley Elementary School Des Moines | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Oak Park Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Downtown School Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Virtual Campus Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Ruby Van Meter Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Walnut Street School Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Harding Middle School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Callanan Middle School Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Carver Elementary Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Woodlawn Early Childhood Center Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Cattell Elementary School Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Madison Elementary School Des Moines | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| HOLY TRINITY Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Perkins Elementary School Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jessie Franklin Taylor
What grades does Jessie Franklin Taylor serve?
Jessie Franklin Taylor serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Jessie Franklin Taylor?
Jessie Franklin Taylor has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jessie Franklin Taylor?
The student-teacher ratio at Jessie Franklin Taylor is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jessie Franklin Taylor rank in IA?
Jessie Franklin Taylor ranks #1,226 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Jessie Franklin Taylor's MySchoolScout rating?
Jessie Franklin Taylor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jessie Franklin Taylor a charter school?
No, Jessie Franklin Taylor is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jessie Franklin Taylor a Title I school?
No, Jessie Franklin Taylor is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jessie Franklin Taylor?
82.5% of students at Jessie Franklin Taylor 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 194
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Phone
- (515) 242-8424
Resources & Links
District
Des Moines Independent Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 30,277
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,518
- District Rank
- #49 of 59
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