These are some of the top-rated public schools in Des Moines based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Des Moines Independent Community School District
31,720 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 62 schools -
West Des Moines Community School District
9,248 students | WEST DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 14 schools -
Southeast Polk Community School District
7,139 students | ALTOONA, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 11 schools -
Saydel Community School District
1,309 students | DES MOINES, IA
Grades PK, K-12 | 3 schools
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Reviews From Schools in Des Moines
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Parent / Guardian
April 06, 2024
My child entered as a 3 year old preschooler. The preschool experience was awesome. Mrs. Fischer embodies Montessori principles and has such a great relationship with her students. The school is... More
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Cowles Elementary School
Current student
April 04, 2024
The teachers don't really seem to care about handling bullies and standing up for bullied kids. I can tell from firsthand experience that some classmates have been rude to me when the teacher was only... More
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Merrill Middle School
Parent / Guardian
April 03, 2024
I recommend this school because my son loves this school he loves the teachers here and his grades are good and his teachers help him if he is struggling
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Merrill Middle School
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