Below Average
#1123 of 1,280 schools in IA
Weeks Middle School
Middle School · Des Moines Independent Comm School District
901 East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,123 of 1,280
In Des Moines
#35 of 64
public schools
In district
#30 of 59
Des Moines Independent Comm School District
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About Weeks Middle School
Weeks Middle School is a public middle school in Des Moines, IA, part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District. Weeks Middle School serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Weeks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,123 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Weeks Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- IA avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Weeks Middle 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.
52% of students at Weeks Middle 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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Weeks Middle School — Students at Weeks Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
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: 6.2/10.
How Weeks Middle School Compares
See how Weeks Middle 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
901 East Park Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50315
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Weeks Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. McCombs Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hiatt Middle School (rated 3.1/10, 3.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Howe Elementary Des Moines | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Jackson Elementary School Des Moines | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| South Union Elementary School Des Moines | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Lovejoy Elementary School Des Moines | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| McKinley Elementary School Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| River Woods Elementary School Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Park Ave Elementary School Des Moines | 1.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Mitchell Early Childhood Center Des Moines | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Lincoln High School Des Moines | 1.5 mi | 2.5 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Wright Elementary School Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Capitol View Elementary School Des Moines | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Walnut Street School Des Moines | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| East High School Des Moines | 2.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Studebaker Elementary School Des Moines | 2.9 mi | 3.1 |
| McCombs Middle School Des Moines | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Carver Elementary Des Moines | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Morris Elementary School Des Moines | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Hiatt Middle School Des Moines | 3.2 mi | 3.1 |
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 | Rating |
|---|---|
| Evans Middle School Ottumwa, IA | 4.0 |
| Franklin Middle School Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.2 |
| Glenwood Middle School Glenwood, IA | 4.2 |
| Callanan Middle School Des Moines, IA | 4.3 |
| McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.3 |
| Fort Madison Middle School Fort Madison, IA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Weeks Middle School
What grades does Weeks Middle School serve?
Weeks Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Weeks Middle School?
Weeks Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Weeks Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Weeks Middle School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Weeks Middle School rank in IA?
Weeks Middle School ranks #1,123 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Weeks Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Weeks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Weeks Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Weeks Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Weeks Middle School a charter school?
No, Weeks Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Weeks Middle School a Title I school?
No, Weeks Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Weeks Middle School?
77.7% of students at Weeks Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 668
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.1%
- Phone
- (515) 242-8449
Resources & Links
District
Des Moines Independent Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 30,277
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,518
- District Rank
- #30 of 59
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