Average
#526 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 41% in state
Moore Elementary School
Elementary School · Des Moines Independent Comm School District
3725 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#526 of 1,280
In Des Moines
#5 of 64
public schools
In district
#3 of 59
Des Moines Independent Comm School District
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Moore Elementary School
Moore Elementary School is a public elementary school in Des Moines, IA, part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District. Moore Elementary School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Moore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #526 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Moore Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Moore 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.
Score Breakdown
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Moore Elementary School — Students at Moore Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 23 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: 8.0/10.
How Moore Elementary School Compares
See how Moore 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
3725 52nd St, Des Moines, IA 50310
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moore Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olmsted Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Urbandale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cowles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meredith Middle School Des Moines | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Hoover High School Des Moines | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Hillis Elementary School Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Urbandale | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Samuelson Elementary School Des Moines | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Perkins Elementary School Des Moines | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Woodlawn Early Childhood Center Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Cowles Elementary School Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Olmsted Elementary School Urbandale | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Urbandale High School Urbandale | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Windsor Elementary Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Karen Acres Elementary School Urbandale | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Monroe Elementary School Des Moines | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Clive Learning Academy Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Urbandale Middle School Urbandale | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Roosevelt High School Des Moines | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Hubbell Elementary Des Moines | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50310 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,473
Median Home Value
$213,800
Median Rent
$1,043/mo
Population
31,283
College Educated
36.4%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blue Grass Elementary School Blue Grass, IA | 6.9 |
| Cardinal Elementary School Maquoketa, IA | 6.9 |
| Emerson Elementary School Indianola, IA | 6.9 |
| Farley Elementary School Farley, IA | 6.9 |
| Fisher Elementary School Marshalltown, IA | 6.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY West Point, IA | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moore Elementary School
What grades does Moore Elementary School serve?
Moore Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Moore Elementary School?
Moore Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moore Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Moore Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moore Elementary School rank in IA?
Moore Elementary School ranks #526 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Moore Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Moore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Moore Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moore Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Moore Elementary School a charter school?
No, Moore Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moore Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Moore Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moore Elementary School?
63.8% of students at Moore 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
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (515) 242-8426
Resources & Links
District
Des Moines Independent Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 30,277
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,518
- District Rank
- #3 of 59
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